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California holds $13 billion in unclaimed assets awaiting rightful owners

The California State Controller's Office is currently holding approximately $13 billion in unclaimed property.

By SW Riverside News | Dec 12, 2024

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Ken Calvert highlights recent legislative achievements through social media

Rep. Ken Calvert shared insights into recent legislative activities via social media posts dated December 11 and December 12, focusing on military support through the NDAA and addressing federal court backlogs with the JUDGES Act

By SW Riverside News | Dec 12, 2024

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Ken Calvert discusses national security goals and legislative actions

By SW Riverside News | Dec 11, 2024

In recent tweets dated from December 9-11, Rep. Ken Calvert highlighted his role in discussions about national security at a defense forum and expressed concerns about federal spending on California’s high-speed rail project.

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Ken Calvert criticizes Democratic policies affecting working families and seniors

By SW Riverside News | Dec 4, 2024

Rep. Ken Calvert shared his views on various political matters through tweets posted on December 3rd and 4th, criticizing Democratic policies under Bidenomics for being out of touch with American families' struggles and opposing remote work...

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Bill proposes tax exemption on veteran benefits in California

By SW Riverside News | Dec 2, 2024

Today marks the beginning of the 2025-2026 legislative session.

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Changes announced for representation in parts of the 32nd District

By SW Riverside News | Nov 22, 2024

Effective December 2nd, parts of the 32nd District that were deferred during the redistricting efforts of 2022 will be represented by their newly elected representatives.

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Ken Calvert discusses generational contributions, economic impacts, and international court sanctions

By SW Riverside News | Nov 21, 2024

In recent tweets dated November 20-21, 2024, Rep. Ken Calvert addresses diverse topics including honoring generational contributions by individuals like Jennifer, critiquing Californian policy impacts on commuters in Riverside County, and urging...

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Community invited to Christmas party and toy drive in Wildomar

By SW Riverside News | Nov 20, 2024

A Christmas party and toy drive will be held in partnership with MilVet on December 4, 2024.

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Ken Calvert engages with tribal leaders, veterans' support efforts

By SW Riverside News | Nov 19, 2024

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...

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

By SW Riverside News | Nov 18, 2024

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.

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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.