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RELEASE: Gun Safety Legislation Passed by the Legislature

Bill to Protect Californians from Ghost Guns Heads to Governor
SACRAMENTO – After a year of increased gun violence, the California State Legislature has approved legislation that closes a dangerous loophole in California’s gun safety laws. AB 1057, authored by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris, will allow for the seizure of ghost guns when an emergency Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) or Domestic Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) is served. The Governor has until October 10, 2021 to sign or veto bills.

RELEASE: Bill to Cut Unnecessary Green Tape Awaits Signature

Legislation to Protect California Coast from Sea-Level Rise Advances

SACRAMENTO - Legislation to cut unnecessary green tape and increase sea-level rise mitigation initiatives along the California coast heads to the Governor’s desk for signature after passing on the Assembly floor on a 63-0 vote.

RELEASE: Legislation to Increase Marine Life Restoration Projects Moves Forward

AB 63 Will Help Mitigate Coastal Climate Change

SACRAMENTO – Legislation to expand opportunities for marine life restoration projects passed off the Senate floor on a 39-0 vote and now heads back to the Assembly for a final vote. Authored by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris, AB 63 will update the Marine Managed Areas Improvement Act (MMAIA) to increase opportunities for vital marine life restoration projects in classified marine conservation areas.

RELEASE: EDD Fraud Prevention Measure Approved by California Senate

Common-Sense Legislation will Protect Taxpayer Dollars from Fraudsters

SACRAMENTO – Legislation to implement standard fraud-prevention practices at California’s Employment Development Department (EED) passed off the Senate Floor on a 39-0 vote.