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American Cancer Society Honors Senator Anthony Portantino as Legislator of the Year

Monday, June 26 2023

Duarte, CA – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) was honored with the Legislator of the Year Award by the American Cancer Society for authoring Senate Bill 987, a life-saving bill signed by Governor Newsom last year. SB 987 ensures a more equitable model of health care for cancer patients. SB 987 addresses significant disparities in cancer patient access by expanding Medi-Cal patient eligibility for necessary clinical expertise and resources.

Senator Portantino’s Statement on Today’s Budget Vote

Thursday, June 15 2023

Sacramento, CA - Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) released the following statement regarding the action taken today by the Legislature on the 2023-24 State Budget:

Committee Chaired by Senator Anthony Portantino Examines Trade, Technology and Travel Relations between California and Armenia

Tuesday, June 13 2023

Sacramento, California – The Select Committee on California, Armenia and Artsakh Mutual Trade, Art and Cultural Exchange chaired by Senator Anthony Portantino (D–Burbank) held an informational hearing on Monday, June 12, 2023 titled California and Armenia: Trade, Technology and Travel Exchange. Topics of discussion included the need for direct flights and increased air cargo capacity between Los Angeles and Armenia, the California-Armenia Trade and Services Desk, and technology incubators in the City of Glendale.

Senator Portantino Honors SELAH as District Non-Profit of the Year for its Dedication to Important Homeless Services

Thursday, June 8 2023

Sacramento, California – This week Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) nominated SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition as the Non-Profit of the Year for the 25th State Senate District. Transitional Executive Director Justin Szlasa and Co-Founder Janet Kim flew to Sacramento to attend the award luncheon and proudly represent the organization. 

Senator Portantino Joins Governor Newsom in Calling for a Constitutional Amendment to End America’s Gun Violence Epidemic

Thursday, June 8 2023

SACRAMENTO – Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) announced his support of Governor Newsom’s proposal for a 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would guarantee common sense gun safety measures and protections broadly supported by the American public and gun owners. The proposal includes universal background checks, raising the firearm purchase age to 21, instituting a reasonable waiting period for all gun purchases, and banning the purchase of assault rifles for civilians. Senator Portantino will co-author the Senate Resolution that will begin the constitutional amendment process.

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