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Senator Portantino to Continue Chairmanship of Committee on California, Armenia and Artsakh Mutual Trade, Art, and Cultural Exchange

Monday, February 27 2023

Sacramento, California – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) announced that the Senate Select Committee on California, Armenia and Artsakh Mutual Trade, Art, and Cultural Exchange has been re-established for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. The Senate Rules Committee, chaired by Senate Pro Tem Toni G. Atkins, reauthorized the committee on February 15, 2023.

Senator Portantino Statement on 35th Anniversary of Sumgait Massacres

Friday, February 24 2023

Glendale, CA – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) released the following statement today on the 35th Anniversary of the Sumgait Massacres:

Glendale Council PTA Honors Eight at Founders’ Day Event

Friday, February 24 2023

Glendale, CA – The Glendale Council PTA honored Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) and seven amazing public school supporters on Founders’ Day. Portantino received the Elected Official Honorary Service Award for his leadership on policies that improve learning outcomes for children and for his long-standing support of K-12 public education.

Senator Portantino Introduces Bill to Mandate Screening for Risk of Dyslexia for California Students

Thursday, February 16 2023

Sacramento, California – Today Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) introduced Senate Bill 691, a measure aimed at improving literacy outcomes by requiring early identification and intervention for students who are at risk for dyslexia. Forty states have already passed legislation requiring screening for risk of dyslexia and California isn’t one of them.

Senator Portantino Introduces Bill to Protect Teachers from Harassment