I suppose it seemed like a good idea not to have the legislature voting on their own pay raises. What's shocking is this commission's decisions are not reviewable or subject to veto!
You can thank Pete Wilson for this commission that has no reins attached. Not sure why the article didn;t mention him by name, just an oversight , Im sure.
HUH? Maybe y'all need to get a few facts correct.
California Citizens Compensation CommissionFact Sheet
The Commission was created in June 1990 through the voters passage of Proposition 112. This Proposition also prohibited honoraria and limited gifts for legislators and other elected State officers. It was placed on the ballot by the Legislature.
The Commission has seven members. All are appointed by the Governor for six-year terms.