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Pasadena NAACP Honors Portantino at 32nd Annual Ruby McKnight Williams Award Dinner

Thursday, October 12 2017

Pasadena, California – This evening, Senator Anthony J. Portantino will be recognized as the recipient of the Civic Award by the Pasadena Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) at the 32nd Ruby McKnight Williams Awards Dinner. The Pasadena NAACP will be honoring Senator Portantino for his outstanding commitment to public service and continuous support of the communities he serves.

Portantino’s SR 710 Rent Freeze Bill Signed by Governor Brown

Monday, October 9 2017

Sacramento, California – Today, Governor Brown signed SB 400 by Senator Anthony Portantino, D – La Cañada Flintridge, which requires Caltrans to freeze the rent of its tenants who participate in the “Affordable Rent Program” until January 1, 2020.

Portantino Holds Roundtable Discussion with Armenian School Principals

Monday, October 2 2017

Glendale, California – On Friday, September 29, Senator Anthony J. Portantino, D – La Cañada Flintridge, held a roundtable discussion with local Armenian school principals to discuss education issues and the different ways his office can help support each school’s needs. In attendance were administrators from Vahan & Anoush Chamlian Armenian School, Armenian Sisters’ Academy, St. Gregory A. & M.

Portantino’s First Senate Session Ends With Legislative Successes As Seven Bills Head to Governor’s Desk

Monday, September 18 2017

Sacramento, California – As the first year of the 2017–18 Legislative session comes to an end, Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) sent seven bills to the Governor’s desk, passed several important Senate resolutions and co-authored historic parks bond and Veterans housing initiatives. Senator Portantino continued his focus on education, public safety, mental health, housing, and parks and open space.

Portantino’s SR 710 Rent Freeze Bill Headed to the Governor’s Desk

Friday, September 15 2017

Sacramento, California – Today, the California State Senate passed SB 400 by Senator Anthony J. Portantino, D – La Cañada Flintridge, which requires Caltrans to freeze the rent for SR 710 corridor tenants who participate in the “Affordable Rent Program.” Decades ago, Caltrans purchased these homes to pave the way for the 710 freeway.