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Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris Introduces Bill to Strengthen Ignition Interlock Program in California

Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris Secures $25 Million for Her District

Statement on the 2022-23 Budget

SACRAMENTOAssemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris, Chair of the Accountability & Administrative Review Committee, released the following statement after voting for the 2022-23 California State budget bills:

Plants By Yours Truly and BYO — Local Business Spotlight

Huntington Beach- Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris has recognized Plants By Yours Truly and BYO as the Local Business Spotlight for June. These businesses operate in collaboration with one another to offer quality products that promote personal, mental and environmental wellbeing. Plants By Yours Truly owner, Melissa Murillo, provides a variety of services including plant care, interior plant design, and plant design for events while championing mental health awareness.

State IT Projects Oversight Audit Request Approved by Legislature

Oversight and Accountability for State Technology Systems

SACRAMENTO—The California Joint Legislative Audit Committee has voted 12-0 to approve a performance audit of the California Department of Technology’s (CDT) responsibilities regarding oversight of state information technology (IT) procurements, oversight, and security for the State of California. While the State Auditor has audited portions of IT systems under the CDT umbrella, and routinely checks up on particularly troubled projects like FI$CAL, the Legislature needs a more comprehensive view of the systems that undergird California’s departments.

1.25 Tons of Trash Prevented from Entering Newport Bay at Volunteer River Cleanup

The June 18 cleanup event was a collaborative effort by Orange County Coastkeeper, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris and Senator Dave Min

On Saturday, June 18th, a group of 78 volunteers joined Orange County Coastkeeper Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris, and Senator Dave Min for a trash cleanup at the Santa Ana-Delhi channel in Costa Mesa. In just two hours, the group removed over 2,500 pounds of debris from the waterway, preventing it from impacting Upper Newport Bay. This astounding number is the most trash picked up at a single cleanup in OC Coastkeeper’s 23-year history. Volunteers snagged several large items, such as musical instruments, rugs, bike tires, blankets, and a stethoscope.

Asm. Petrie-Norris Announces Hiring Michael Tou to Serve as District Director

IRVINE—Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris has announced hiring Michael Tou to serve as District Director. In this role, Michael will lead the district team on community outreach, constituent services, and policy issues for the cities of Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Laguna Woods and Laguna Beach.