Senator Gardner Receives Commitment from President Trump to Protect States’ Rights Regarding Legal Marijuana Industry
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/13/2018 03:47 PM
Washington, DC...Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) today released the below statement regarding the current status of the Administration’s policy toward legal marijuana. In response to the Department of Justice’s January 4th announcement that Attorney General Jeff Sessions had rescinded the Cole Memorandum, Senator Gardner placed a hold on all DOJ nominees until he received a commitment that Colorado’s rights would not be infringed. After positive discussions with DOJ, Gardner lifted some of his holds but kept the rest in place until he received a full commitment that the guidelines of the Cole Memo would be respected.
The 19th Annual Children's Fair, Celebrating "The Week of the Young Child"
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/13/2018 05:28 PM
Angels Camp, CA...The Resource Connection is proud to announce that the 19th Annual Children’s Fair will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Bret Harte High School Campus in Angels Camp. The event is an opportunity for families in our communities to enjoy a free fun-filled day with their family. The day will include valuable resources, food, activities and entertainment.
Washington, DC...Today, the United States announced nearly $16 million in humanitarian assistance for Venezuelans who have fled their country due to the crisis there. This funding from the State Department and the U.S. Agency for International Development includes a contribution to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)’s regional response to the Venezuela crisis and humanitarian aid to Venezuelans and host communities in Colombia and Brazil. This assistance will help provide the people of Venezuela safe drinking water, hygiene supplies, shelter, protection from violence and exploitation, and work and education opportunities, in coordination with other humanitarian organizations and government partners.
Washington, DC...Good evening. As the world knows, the Syrian people have suffered terribly under the prolonged brutality of the Assad regime. On April 7th, the regime decided to again defy the norms of civilized people, showing callous disregard for international law by using chemical weapons to murder women, children and other innocents. We and our allies find these atrocities inexcusable.
National Park Service Announces Plan to Moderately Raise Fees to Address Aging Infrastructure Needs
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/12/2018 08:04 PM
Washington, DC...As part of its ongoing efforts to address aging park infrastructure and improve the visitor experience, the National Park Service (NPS) announced today changes to the entrance fees charged at national parks. The changes, which come in response to public comments on a fee proposal released in October 2017, will modestly increase entrance fees to raise additional revenue to address the $11.6 billion in deferred maintenance across the system of 417 parks, historic and cultural sites, and monuments.
This Morning's Presidential Tweet Subjects, Russia, Syria, Paul Ryan & More
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/11/2018 08:13 AM
Washington, DC...This morning President Trump started of bright and early with a round of 280 character policy missives. They are verbatim below in reverse chronological order... "Speaker Paul Ryan is a truly good man, and while he will not be seeking re-election, he will leave a legacy of achievement that nobody can question. We are with you Paul!
Calaveras County Looking For Poll Workers for June 5, 2018 Primary Election
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/11/2018 02:08 PM
San Andreas, CA...Help is needed for the June 5, 2018 Direct Primary. Election Day is quickly approaching and there is a shortage of volunteers this year. Burson, Jenny Lind, Valley Springs, and West Point are areas of critical need. Help is still needed in Angels Camp, Arnold, Copperopolis, Murphys, and Railroad Flat as well. Please share if you know of someone who may be interested in volunteering.
http://www.elections.calaverasgov.us/Portals/clerk/Docs/Elections/Poll_Officer_Application.pdf
Attorney General Becerra Sues EPA Over “Once In, Always In” Policy Repeal
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/11/2018 03:20 PM
Sacramento, CA...California Attorney General Xavier Becerra and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over its illegal repeal of a longstanding policy that requires major sources of hazardous air pollutants – such as petroleum refineries and chemical plants – to permanently take action to reduce their emissions. Known formally as the “Once In, Always In” policy, this critical guidance has been in effect since 1995. Attorney General Becerra and CARB filed the lawsuit in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals.
