California State Parks Honors Military Community with Free Admission to 133 Park Units on Veterans Day, November 11
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/30/2020 01:11 PM
Sacramento, CA...California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans, as well as active and reserve personnel, by offering free admission to 133 state parks on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020. “We understand this has been a challenging year with the ongoing pandemic and the recent wildfires,” said California State Parks Director Armando Quintero. “California State Parks is proud to be able to honor our military community by thanking them for their service and sacrifices to our country. We hope they can enjoy one of our beautiful parks with their loved ones.”
Governor Newsom Cuts Ribbon on California’s New Laboratory, Which Will Increase State’s COVID-19 Testing Capacity and Reduce Turnaround Times
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/30/2020 01:22 PM
Valencia, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the opening of an innovative new laboratory in California that will increase the state’s COVID-19 testing capacity, reduce test turnaround time and create hundreds of new California jobs. The $25 million lab, built in conjunction with major diagnostics company PerkinElmer, will begin processing tests starting in November and work toward full capacity of 150,000 tests by March 2021. The lab was constructed ahead of schedule.
Gross Domestic Product, Soars 33% in Third Quarter 2020 Advance Estimate
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/29/2020 08:57 AM
Suitland, MD...Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 33.1 percent in the third quarter of 2020 (table 1), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP decreased 31.4 percent. The increase in third quarter GDP reflected continued efforts to reopen businesses and resume activities that were postponed or restricted due to COVID-19. The full economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic cannot be quantified in the GDP estimate for the third quarter of 2020 because the impacts are generally embedded in source data and cannot be separately identified. For more information, see the Technical Note.
Trump Administration Awards $40 million for Sacramento River Salmon Habitat Improvements
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/28/2020 01:36 PM
Sacramento, CA...The Bureau of Reclamation announces the selection of four funding award recipients to implement $40 million in salmon habitat improvement projects along the Sacramento River. The restoration projects will enhance and improve spawning and rearing habitat for salmon at approximately 25 different locations across 132 river miles. Each award is for approximately $10 million over a five-year period. Elements of the salmon habitat improvement projects include gravel and coarse sediment additions, side channel and floodplain restoration and enhancement, woody material and boulder additions and riparian plantings. Project locations are along the Sacramento River from Keswick Dam down to the Feather River confluence.
Western States Join California’s Scientific Safety Review Workgroup to Ensure Safety of COVID-19 Vaccine
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/28/2020 11:11 PM
Sacramento, CA...Washington, Oregon and Nevada have joined California’s COVID-19 Scientific Safety Review Workgroup, which will independently review the safety and efficacy of any vaccine approved by the FDA for distribution. Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the panel made up of nationally acclaimed scientists with expertise in immunization and public health.
On the Record with Governor Gavin Newsom: Staying Housed and Staying Healthy: New Support for California Renters
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/28/2020 11:15 PM
Sacramento, CA...As November approaches, millions of Americans are preparing for the most consequential election of our lifetimes. So much is at stake, and I encourage all Californians who can to cast a ballot to take this opportunity to shape the future of our country. But it’s also a time of dread for people who are having a hard time financially. The first of the month is approaching, and rent is coming due.
Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order on Actions in Response to COVID-19 10.28.20
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/28/2020 11:20 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order addressing a variety of issues in response to the pandemic. The order directs the California Department of Transportation to create a process for issuing temporary encroachment permits enabling commercial activities in the state highway right-of-way, allowing businesses located along state highways to expand their outdoor dining options onto sidewalks and parking areas, where safety permits.
Governor Newsom and Global Superstar and Activist Becky G Debut a “Plática” About the Youth Vote and COVID-19
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/28/2020 11:25 PM
Sacramento, CA...Less than a week out from the November 3 Presidential Election, Governor Gavin Newsom and global superstar and activist Becky G teamed up with YouTube for an exclusive “Plática,” or conversation, about the importance of the youth and Latinx vote in shaping America’s future. The two urged Latinx Gen Zers, Millennials and Gen Xers to turn out in the upcoming election and discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted diverse communities throughout the state and nation.
Governor Newsom and Becky G discuss the importance of the youth and Latinx vote in the upcoming election
