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Recent Fact Briefs from BenitoLink
May 22, 2026
Can the federal government purchase private land to construct an ICE detention center without local government approval?
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
yes
May 16, 2026
Fact Brief: Can a vehicle parked on a public street for more than 72 consecutive hours be reported for removal in San Benito County?
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
yes
May 8, 2026
Fact Brief: Does a Hollister homeowner need a permit to plant a tree on the planter strip in front of their property?
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
yes
May 1, 2026
Fact Brief: “Is it legal for elected public officials to use their authority or office to influence an election?”
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
no
April 10, 2026
Fact Brief: Do recreational drones need to be FAA-registered if they exceed a certain weight?
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
yes
March 27, 2026
Fact Brief: Is it unlawful in Hollister to operate a bicycle with willful disregard to traffic regulations?
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
yes
March 20, 2026
Fact Brief: Did a judge rule California corporations are ‘entitled’ to a refund for the overturned Trump tariffs?
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
yes
March 7, 2026
Fact Brief: Can Medi-Cal members get financial assistance with a rental deposit for a house or apartment?
Jenny Mendolla Arbizu
yes
