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Ken Calvert engages with tribal leaders, veterans' support efforts

Rep. Ken Calvert shared updates on discussions with tribal leaders about self-governance, passing a bipartisan bill aiding veterans alongside Rep. Juan Ciscomani and Mike Bost's leadership, as well as celebrating Rep. Kay Granger's impactful...

By SW Riverside News | Nov 19, 2024

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Debate arises over Governor Newsom's special session amid local policy concerns

Governor Gavin Newsom has called for a special session to "‘Trump-Proof’ states liberal policies," sparking debate on whether local municipalities should adopt similar measures to protect their own policies from state-level interventions.

By SW Riverside News | Nov 18, 2024

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District braces for potential power shutoffs amid high wind warnings

By SW Riverside News | Nov 5, 2024

In the coming days, certain areas in the district may face Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) due to anticipated high Santa Ana winds and increased wildfire risk, particularly in rural communities.

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California supports military families with new education law

By SW Riverside News | Oct 3, 2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto's legislation aimed at supporting the education of military families has been signed into law in Sacramento, California. Senate Bill 920 solidifies the Purple Star School Program as state law, a program currently managed by the California Department of Education.

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California establishes Purple Star School Program into state law

By SW Riverside News | Oct 3, 2024

Legislation supporting the education of military families has been signed into law. Senate Bill 920, which ensures the continuation of the Purple Star School Program, is now formally established as state law in California.

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California law requires online access to state budget

By SW Riverside News | Sep 30, 2024

The recent enactment of Senate Bill 978 marks a significant step towards enhancing budget transparency in California. The legislation mandates the Department of Finance to make the state budget available in a machine-readable format on its website.

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California's new law aims to make state budget more accessible

By SW Riverside News | Sep 30, 2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto of Murrieta announced the signing into law of his legislation aimed at improving access to California's state budget. Senate Bill 978 mandates that the Department of Finance must offer the state budget in a machine-readable format on its website.

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Governor vetoes Senator Seyarto's highway safety improvement bill

By SW Riverside News | Sep 24, 2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto's bill aimed at improving road safety on some of California's most dangerous highways has been vetoed by the Governor. The legislation, known as SB 936, would have required the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to publish a study identifying the top 15 locations in the state highway system with the highest rate of vehicle collisions. The goal was to properly fund and prioritize rehabilitation for those roads.

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Governor vetoes highway safety improvement bill targeting California's deadliest roads

By SW Riverside News | Sep 24, 2024

The Governor has vetoed SB 936, legislation that aimed to prioritize road safety improvements on some of California’s most dangerous roads.

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Annual Veterans Expo hosted by Senator Seyarto set for November in Murrieta

By SW Riverside News | Sep 23, 2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto has announced that his Annual Veterans Expo will take place at Monteleone Meadows in Murrieta on Thursday, November 7. The event is scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and will be held at 35245 Briggs Road, Murrieta, CA.

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California recognizes Constitution Week from September 17-23

By SW Riverside News | Sep 17, 2024

This year, SR 68 was introduced to recognize September 17-23, 2024, as Constitution Week in California.

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California declares Suicide Prevention Week from September 8-14

By SW Riverside News | Sep 9, 2024

A person commits suicide every 11 minutes in the United States. Suicide ranks among the top four leading causes of death for individuals aged 10-44, with its occurrence nearly twice as common as homicide.

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California legislative session ends with numerous bills pending governor's action

By SW Riverside News | Sep 5, 2024

Last week marked the conclusion of the 2023-2024 Legislative Session. A total of 4,821 bills were introduced in both the Assembly and Senate, with many now awaiting action from the governor.

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California Senate shelves bill proposing release for severe offenders

By SW Riverside News | Aug 29, 2024

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – After a sustained effort led by California Senate Republicans, Democrats have officially shelved Senate Bill 94 (D-Cortese), which would have facilitated the release of some of the state's most severe offenders. This development follows significant pressure from Republican lawmakers, victims’ rights groups, law enforcement, and the public.

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Senate Republicans advance key legislation aiding Californians

By SW Riverside News | Aug 16, 2024

California Senate Republicans have successfully advanced several priority bills through the Assembly Appropriations Committee. These legislative efforts aim to address issues affecting veterans, sexual assault victims, wildfire survivors, and other vulnerable groups. Despite political and financial challenges, the committee approved a range of significant bills authored by Republican senators.

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California bill could allow parole petitions for life-sentenced murderers

By SW Riverside News | Aug 15, 2024

A legislative proposal, SB 94 (Cortese), is currently under consideration that would allow certain criminals sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole for special circumstance murders to petition for a new sentence that includes the possibility of parole.

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Republican leaders criticize SB 94 allowing parole petitions for violent offenders

By SW Riverside News | Aug 14, 2024

SACRAMENTO, CA - Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) and Senate Public Safety Committee Vice Chair Kelly Seyarto (R-Murrieta) released an analysis of Senate Bill 94 (Cortese), a proposal that seeks to allow inmates sentenced to life without parole for severe crimes to petition for new sentences with the possibility of parole.

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Senator Seyarto introduces SCR 111 for Purple Heart Day

By SW Riverside News | Aug 7, 2024

Senator Seyarto introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 111 (SCR 111) during a floor session. The resolution seeks to recognize Purple Heart Day.

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California recognizes Hire a Veteran Day on July 25

By SW Riverside News | Jul 25, 2024

This year, SCR-132 was introduced to officially recognize July 25th as Hire a Veteran Day in California. The day serves as a call to action for employers to acknowledge and utilize the unique skills and experiences veterans bring to the workforce.

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Bill supporting charitable organizations signed into law

By SW Riverside News | Jul 16, 2024

A bill aimed at supporting charitable organizations by increasing the monthly limit on bingo overhead costs has been signed into law. Senator Seyarto announced that SB 1044, which raises the limit to $3,000 per month and includes annual adjustments based on the California Consumer Price Index (CPI), is now in effect.