Wilk’s sex ed transparency bill passes Senate Education Committee
Senator Scott Wilk of Santa Clarita announced today that his bill aimed at improving transparency between parents and schools' sexual education curricula has successfully passed out of the Senate Education Committee. Wilk emphasized the importance of trust and transparency, stating, "This is all about transparency and building trust, and schools should be a safe place in which parents have absolute trust in their child’s educational experience."The bill, known as Senate Bill 996 (SB 996), addresses the current challenges faced by parents in accessing and reviewing sex...
Rep. Obernolte Appointed to Energy and Commerce’s Innovation, Data, and Commerce Subcommittee
U.S. Congressman Jay Obernolte (CA-23) expressed his gratitude for being appointed to the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce. In a statement, Rep. Obernolte stated, “It is an honor to have been selected to serve on the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.”Chair McMorris Rodgers praised Rep. Obernolte's expertise in the tech field, mentioning his contributions to critical issues such as artificial intelligence and online privacy protections. She expressed excitement about their continued collaboration...
Wilk’s bill aimed at reducing animal shelter overcrowding, unnecessary euthanizations passes first committee
Today, Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) celebrated a significant milestone as his bill aimed at reducing animal shelter overcrowding and unnecessary euthanizations passed its first committee in the Senate Education Committee.Senator Wilk highlighted the urgent need for action, stating, "The severe shortage of veterinarians available to perform spay and neuter services has created an overcrowding crisis at our animal shelters, especially in the High Desert." He expressed concern over the staggering statistic that "roughly 100,000 animals are unnecessarily euthanized each...
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Wilk’s bill to study feasibility of CSU campus in High Desert clears Senate Education Committee
Senator Scott Wilk's proposal to investigate the possibility of establishing a California State University Campus in the High Desert has advanced, having successfully passed the Senate Education Committee. Wilk emphasized the potential benefits of such a campus, stating, “The High Desert is an oasis of affordability and growth in California, but there is still so much more potential worth tapping into. Creating easier access to higher education would significantly cut down students’ commute times, alleviate overcrowding at current CSUs, and benefit people in rural regions...
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Wilk's bill to make wildfire settlements tax-free clears first committee
Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) celebrated a significant milestone as his proposal to make wildfire settlement payments tax-free successfully moved out of the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee. Speaking on the matter, Senator Wilk emphasized the importance of providing financial relief to wildfire victims without the burden of taxation. He stated, “The last thing people deserve after losing their home to wildfire is a tax on the money that’s meant to help restart their life.”The proposed legislation, Senate Bill 1004 (SB 1004), aims to exempt settlement payments...
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Wilk Recognizes SCV’s Jewelry Fixx as Senate District 21’s Small Business of the Month
Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) has acknowledged Santa Clarita-based Jewelry Fixx as Senate District 21’s Small Business of the Month. The recognition was accompanied by the presentation of a California State Senate Certificate of Recognition to Eddie Ouzounian, the Owner of Jewelry Fixx, and the Ouzounian family.According to Senator Wilk, "Jewelry Fixx and the Ouzounian family epitomize what it means to be a small business. With traditions stretching back generations, the love and care they have for their craft is reflected in the beautiful results their customers...
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Rep. Obernolte’s suicide lifeline cybersecurity bill passes the House
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Jay Obernolte's (R-CA) 9-8-8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act has successfully passed the House on March 5, 2024. The bill aims to enhance cybersecurity measures at the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline after a cyberattack on system operator Intrado in December of 2022."Any outage of the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, even for a few hours, can cost American lives," emphasized Rep. Obernolte regarding the critical importance of securing the lifeline service. "It's critical that we mitigate the risk of future disruptions to the...
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CITY OF VICTORVILLE: Hiring For Public Works Supervisor
We’re hiring at the #cityofvv! We’re recruiting for a Public Works Supervisor to join our team.
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CITY OF ADELANTO: Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc Notice
Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc., the City’s waste disposal provider, is being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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SAN BERNARDINO POLICE DEPARTMENT: Funding Grants From California Office of Traffic Safety
Please see the attached Press Release regarding upcoming Traffic Enforcement Saturations in San Bernardino.
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CITY OF HESPERIA: Free E-Waste Disposal January 2 & 3, 2021
Don’t miss your opportunity to recycle e-waste.
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CITY OF VICTORVILLE: California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program Applications Between Dec. 30 – Jan. 8
The California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program has been established to assist small businesses within the state that have been negatively impacted by #COVID-19.
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CITY OF ADELANTO: Special City Council Meeting Dec 24
Special meeting of the City Council.
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CITY OF VICTORVILLE: Covid Clinic Is Hosting Drive-Thru #COVID-19 Testing
Covid Clinic is hosting drive-thru #COVID-19 testing at the Victor Valley Mall by appointment only.