Democrats in the state Senate are proposing to set aside more money in the state's rainy day fund and enact a new tax on large California businesses to pay for health care. 

<p>Democrats in the state Senate are proposing to set aside more money in the state's rainy day fund and enact a new tax on large California businesses to pay for health care.&nbsp;</p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>