Regional & State NewsNew California Laws for 2022: More Duplexes, Fewer Ketchup Packets and All Mail-In ElectionsSavePrintPackets of Heinz ketchup are displayed with Burger King french fries in San Anselmo, Calif., on April 12, 2021, Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/TNSTribune News Service12/31/2021|Updated: 4/19/2022By Andrew Sheeler From The Sacramento BeeSACRAMENTO, Calif.—A slate of new California laws set to go into effect on Jan. 1 touches on everything from police accountability to housing reform, ketchup packets, and how veterinarians gather blood donations for sick pets.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentTribune News ServiceAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesWhat Happens If You Forget to File for Social Security Before Your 70Th Birthday?Oct 18, 2025The Travel Industry’s Big Shift: Why Responsible Tourism Is the New NormalOct 17, 2025Mt. Whitney Hikers Love This Chinese Restaurant Pitstop That Looks Like a Merry-Go-RoundOct 17, 2025Sheet Pan Orange-Honey Salmon With Broccoli and Sweet PotatoesOct 17, 2025Related TopicsCalifornialegislatureAssembly