Today, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) released a statement in response to increased funding for space exploration and earth science in the FY2020 Commerce Justice Science Appropriations Bill. “American leadership in space exploration has been a key driver of our economic growth in the past century, including the development of many of our high-tech and emerging industries. As the representative for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, I have seen first-hand the impact that investment in pioneering space … [Read more...]
Gov. Newsom Bans Use of Brain-Damaging Pesticide in California
In a major move to protect California children, farm workers and their families, the administration of Gov. Gavin Newsom announced today it will ban the use of a toxic pesticide shown to cause brain damage at even low levels of exposure. The California Environmental Protection Agency announced that the Department of Pesticide Regulation is moving to ban the use of chlorpyrifos in California by initiating cancellation of the pesticide, according to a news release issued today. In contrast … [Read more...]
New Transportation Director Announced for City of Pasadena
City Manager Steve Mermell has announced the appointment of Laura Cornejo as the City’s new Transportation Director. Cornejo follows Fred Dock, who recently retired after 12 years as Transportation Director. She will begin her role on June 3, 2019. “After conducting an extensive search which attracted numerous applicants from a range of agencies, Laura demonstrated the skills, experience and savvy to effectively lead the Department of Transportation. She has a proven track record of … [Read more...]
Senator Portantino Urges the Department of Toxic Substance Control to Adopt Pasadena’s Recommendations for the Space Bank Storage Removal Plan
Pasadena, California – Today, State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D–La Cañada Flintridge) sent a letter requesting the Department of Toxic Substance Control to adopt the recommendations made by the City of Pasadena on the Space Bank Mini Storage Facility Draft Removal Action Work Plan (RAW). This request follows up on a previous letter written by Senator Portantino on April 10th requesting an extension of the comment period. On Monday May 13, the Pasadena City Council made important changes … [Read more...]
Senator Portantino’s Small Businesses Friendly Legislation Passes Key Committee in the Legislature
Sacramento, California – Today, SB 349 passed the Senate Governance & Finance Committee. SB 349 authored by State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D–La Cañada Flintridge) and co-authored by Assemblymember James Ramos (D- Highland) modifies the minimum franchise tax on small businesses and creates a tax structure to encourage entrepreneurship in California. SB 349 is an attempt to help small businesses succeed and encourage investment growth while also respecting protections with LLCs … [Read more...]
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