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Tuesday, June 27 2023

Sacramento, California Senate Bill 422, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), passed the Assembly Natural Resources Committee. The bill would expedite the review process for the construction of infrastructure projects to help California meet its climate goals. 

Monday, June 26 2023

Duarte, CA – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) was honored with the Legislator of the Year Award by the American Cancer Society for authoring Senate Bill 987, a life-saving bill signed by Governor Newsom last year. SB 987 ensures a more equitable model of health care for cancer patients. SB 987 addresses significant disparities in cancer patient access by expanding Medi-Cal patient eligibility for necessary clinical expertise and resources.

Thursday, June 15 2023

Sacramento, CA - Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) released the following statement regarding the action taken today by the Legislature on the 2023-24 State Budget:

Tuesday, June 13 2023

Sacramento, California – The Select Committee on California, Armenia and Artsakh Mutual Trade, Art and Cultural Exchange chaired by Senator Anthony Portantino (D–Burbank) held an informational hearing on Monday, June 12, 2023 titled California and Armenia: Trade, Technology and Travel Exchange. Topics of discussion included the need for direct flights and increased air cargo capacity between Los Angeles and Armenia, the California-Armenia Trade and Services Desk, and technology incubators in the City of Glendale.

Thursday, June 8 2023

Sacramento, California – This week Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) nominated SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition as the Non-Profit of the Year for the 25th State Senate District. Transitional Executive Director Justin Szlasa and Co-Founder Janet Kim flew to Sacramento to attend the award luncheon and proudly represent the organization.