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Wednesday, May 24 2023

Sacramento, California – Today Senate Bill 357, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) passed the Senate Floor today. The bill gives doctors the discretion to report personal conditions they believe will impair a patient’s ability to drive. It further removes language that discriminates against specific conditions, including epilepsy

Wednesday, May 24 2023

Pasadena, California – This week the Pasadena Unified School District PTA Council honored Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) and nine outstanding public school supporters during on Founders Day. Senator Portantino received the Elected Official Honorary Service Award for his long-time support of K-12 public education and for championing policies that improve learning outcomes for children.

Tuesday, May 23 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bill 538, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), passed the Senate Floor. 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 and active transportation safety.

Thursday, May 18 2023

Sacramento, California – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), authored Senate Concurrent Resolution 67 (SCR 67), which proclaims May 2023 as National Bike Month in California. SCR 67 promotes cycling and creating bicycle-friendly communities in California and was presented on the Senate Floor today.

Tuesday, May 16 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bill 411, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), passed the Senate Floor. The bill ensures that neighborhood councils in the City of Los Angeles can continue serving their constituents by meeting online.