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Wilk commemorates 109th anniversary of Armenian Genocide, introduces resolution on Senate Floor
Senator Scott Wilk paid tribute to the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide by introducing Senate Resolution 83 on the Senate Floor. Wilk, a member of the California Armenian Legislative Caucus, solemnly acknowledged the 1.5 million Armenian victims of the genocide perpetrated by the Ottoman Turks from 1915-1923.Speaking on the Floor, Senator Wilk expressed his sorrow over the lack of acknowledgment and ongoing denial of the atrocities committed during the Armenian Genocide. He stated, “As a founding member of the California Armenian Legislative Caucus, it pains me...
Wilk’s illegal dumping legislation approved in Senate Public Safety Committee
In a recent development, Sen. Scott Wilk's legislation to combat illegal dumping has been approved in the Senate Public Safety Committee. Senator Wilk expressed his concerns about the issue, stating, “The High Desert has been treated as a dump for too long, but it’s not a dump. It is home to families and vibrant communities, who are routinely disrespected by outsiders destroying their neighborhoods all for a quick buck.”The approved Senate Bill 1359 (SB 1359) aims to address the problem by requiring a permit for any private property dumping, with or without the owner’s...