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Thursday, May 26 2022

Sacramento, CA – Senate Bill, 974 authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) which addresses the delay and absence of live-saving treatments for cancer patients, passed the Senate Floor.  The measure expands health care coverage for diagnostic breast imaging following an abnormal mammography.

Thursday, May 26 2022

Sacramento, CA - Senate Bill 1116, a measure introduced by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) which creates a payroll fund to support small nonprofit performing arts venues (SNPAOs), passed the Senate Floor.

Wednesday, May 25 2022

Sacramento, CA – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) issued the following statement today regarding California’s efforts to curb gun violence:

Wednesday, May 25 2022

Sacramento, CA - Senate Bill 932, a measure introduced by State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) to prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety, passed the Senate Floor today.  The bill would require California cities to take concrete steps to reduce traffic collisions and fatalities and has garnered an impressive list of supporters, including Streets For All, ActiveSGV, CalBike, and Streets Are For Everyone.   

Tuesday, May 24 2022

Sacramento, CA - Senate Bill 1067, introduced by State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) would restrict parking minimums within close proximity to public transit.  Today, it passed the Senate Floor.  The bill is aimed at reducing California’s dependence on cars, provide more incentives for walking and bicycling, and help counteract housing affordability problems by cutting costs for tenants and developers.