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Tuesday, July 11 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bill 596, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), passed the Assembly Public Safety Committee today. SB 596 addresses the issue of school employees facing harassment and threats for doing their jobs. It aims to provide a safe and inclusive environment for communities by providing educators and staff safe, off campus, everyday life.

Tuesday, July 11 2023

Sacramento, CA - Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) released the following statement on the inclusion of screening for early reading challenges, including dyslexia, in the 2023-2024 Budget.

Tuesday, July 11 2023

Sacramento, California – Today Senate Bill 96, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), was approved by the Assembly Revenue and Taxation Committee. The bill provides that a portion of sales and use taxes generated at historic venues would be reinvested back into those sites for restoration and maintenance purposes.

Thursday, July 6 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bill 357, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) was approved by the Assembly Judiciary Committee. The bill gives doctors the discretion to report personal conditions they believe will impair a patient’s ability to drive and removes language that discriminates against specific conditions, including epilepsy.

Thursday, July 6 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bill 538, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), passed the Assembly Transportation Committee. The measure would support safer transportation options for Californians by requiring the Department of Transportation to appoint an advisor on issues specifically related to bicycle issues and safety.