The Dodd bill was opposed by the California Statewide Law Enforcement Assn., which represents investigators in a number of state agencies.

Planners were told that a total of 37 local people responded to the proposals, with a number opposed.

"It's about family. It's about sharing time and sharing love, as opposed to sharing pits full of money that we don't have."

"Data is a really good way to humblebrag, as opposed to actually taking selfies in all of your best clothes surrounded by all of your best people and belongings," Prof Wilson adds.

Democrats provided crucial support for the bill, while nearly three dozen conservative Republicans opposed it.