Governor Newsom Joins Law Enforcement Leaders & Mayors to Discuss State Efforts to Reduce Crime, Signs Legislation Targeting Organized Retail Theft
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/23/2021 10:12 AM
Long Beach, CA...Governor convenes state law enforcement leaders and Big 13 Mayors for public safety roundtable.
Signs AB 331 extending the crime of organized theft and CHP’s Organized Retail Crime Task Force. CHP to partner with local governments to deploy patrols and regional investigative teams. State’s public safety efforts focus on supporting prevention, deterrence and enforcement
Governor Newsom signs legislation targeting retail theft alongside law enforcement leaders, legislators and Big 13 mayors.
Attorney General Bonta Announces Proposed $26 Billion Settlement with Opioid Distributors and Opioid Manufacturer Johnson & Johnson
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/22/2021 06:43 PM
Oakland, CA...California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced a historic $26 billion settlement that will help bring desperately needed relief to people in California and across the country who are struggling with opioid addiction. The settlement includes Cardinal, McKesson, and AmerisourceBergen – the nation’s three major pharmaceutical distributors – and Johnson & Johnson, a company that manufactured and marketed opioids. If approved, the settlement would resolve investigations and litigation over the companies’ roles in creating and fueling the opioid epidemic. The proposed settlement also requires significant industry changes that will help prevent this type of crisis from ever happening again. State negotiations were led by the attorneys general of North Carolina and Tennessee, along with the attorneys general of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
Governor Newsom Signs Historic Broadband Legislation to Help Bridge Digital Divide
Posted by: News_Desk on 07/21/2021 12:41 PM
Traver, CA...At a rural elementary school in Tulare County, Governor Gavin Newsom today signed legislation to advance the state’s commitment to bridging the digital divide by increasing equitable, affordable access to high-speed internet service across California. Through a $6 billion multi-year investment, more Californians will be able to access broadband coverage with the construction of a state-owned open access middle mile network and last mile projects that connect unserved households and businesses with local networks.
Rep. McClintock Requests Information About the Lack of Initial Suppression Efforts to Combat the Tamarack Fire from Chief of the U.S. Forest Service Vicki Christiansen
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/20/2021 09:05 AM
Washington, DC...Rep. McClintock sent a letter to Chief of the U.S. Forest Service Vicki Christiansen requesting answers as to why there was a lack of suppression action to combat the Tamarack Fire that began on July 4, 2021 until after July 10, 2021.
Governor Newsom Signs Historic Housing and Homelessness Funding Package as Part of $100 Billion California Comeback Plan
Posted by: News_Desk on 07/20/2021 12:00 PM
Sebastopol, CA...At a Homekey site in Sebastopol, Governor Gavin Newsom signed the largest funding and reform package for housing and homelessness in California history as part of the $100 billion California Comeback Plan. The package includes $10.3 billion for affordable housing and $12 billion over two years towards tackling the homelessness crisis head-on – helping tens of thousands of people off the streets while also demanding greater accountability and more urgency from local governments.
Governor Newsom signs housing and homelessness package at Homekey site in Sebastopol
California Secures Federal Assistance to Support Response to Dixie Fire in Butte and Plumas Counties
Posted by: News_Desk on 07/20/2021 02:37 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the Dixie Fire burning in Butte and Plumas Counties.
RCRC Celebrates Governor's Signing of $6 Billion Broadband Investment
Posted by: News_Desk on 07/20/2021 03:21 PM
Sacramento, CA...The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) extends its appreciation to Governor Gavin Newsom for signing Senate Bill 156 on Tuesday, July 20 establishing a landmark $6 billion investment in broadband infrastructure. RCRC also applauds the work of assembly members and senators representing rural areas of the state in championing this effort. This monumental event represents the largest investment in broadband infrastructure in the country and a significant step towards closing the digital divide throughout the state.
Markleeville, CA...From the USFS on July 10th..."The #TamarackFire burning in the Mokelumne wilderness was ignited July 4 from lightning. The tactical management decision is not to insert fire crews due to safety concerns, however, this is not an unresponsive approach. Smoke might be visible to Pacific Crest Trail hikers but the .25 acre fire is surrounded by granite rocks, a small lake and sparse fuels. Fire poses no threat to the public, infrastructure or resource values." July 10th .25 acre. July 19th 23,078 Acres & Markleeville area burned.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/19/2021 06:30 PM
Washington, DC...President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan to reaffirm the enduring strength of the partnership between the United States and Jordan. President Biden confirmed unwavering U.S. support for Jordan and His Majesty’s leadership. He was proud to announce the delivery of over 500,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Jordan, underscoring the U.S. commitment to bringing the same urgency to international vaccination efforts that we have demonstrated at home.
