: In November 1986, California voters approved this landmark law, which requires businesses to warn citizens about significant exposures to chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
1986 was a year of profound contrasts, marked by both devastating international tragedies and significant milestones in technology and social law. This summary provides a foundational overview of the key events and legal shifts of the year. Major Global Events : In November 1986, California voters approved this
: This major overhaul simplified the income tax code, eliminated many tax shelters, and significantly changed tax brackets for American individuals and corporations. Cultural and Technological Shifts Chernobyl Accident 1986 - World Nuclear Association : In November 1986