Press Releases

California Association of School Counselors Honors Senator Anthony Portantino with Legislator of the Year Award

Tuesday, October 24 2023

Glendale, CA – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) was honored with the Legislator of the Year Award by the California Association of School Counselors for championing mental health policies and for being instrumental in improving educational programs and systems for the children of California.

Portantino’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Bill Signed by Governor

Thursday, October 12 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bill 234, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), was signed into law by Governor Newsom. The measure addresses the rise in opioid related deaths by making opioid antagonists such as Narcan readily available in places accessed by high-risk age groups. Senator Thomas J. Umberg (D-Santa Ana) is a joint author of SB 234.

Portantino’s Two School Safety Bills Signed into Law by Governor

Thursday, October 12 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bills 671 and 323, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), were signed into law by Governor Newsom. SB 671 addresses comprehensive school safety procedures and is sponsored by the Glendale Police Department. SB 323 addresses the need for emergency safety procedures in schools.

Two Portantino Pro Cycling Bills Signed by Governor Newsom

Wednesday, October 11 2023

Sacramento, California – Senate Bills 712 and 538, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), were signed by Governor Newsom. SB 712 prevents landlords from prohibiting tenants from owning and charging electronic bikes and scooters in apartments. SB 538 requires the Department of Transportation to appoint an advisor on active transportaiton, specifically issues related to bicycle and pedestrian design and safety.

Portantino’s Autism Treatment Bill Signed by Governor Newsom