Preventing Another Gas Leak On July 1st I met up with members of the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Council to discuss the passage of the Natural Gas Leak Prevention Act and the next steps for ensuring tragedies like the Porter Ranch gas leak never harm our communities again. Thank you to Paula, David, Cheri, and everyone else who helped make this happen. More info on the bill here.
Standing with members of the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Council
Business Visit A couple weeks ago a paid a visit to WJ Saunders Insurance in Simi Valley. I learned all about their operation and the challenges they face with federal regulations.
Touring a great local business in Simi Valley
Independence Day in SCV I started my 4th of July early at the Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast and Santa Clarita 4th of July Parade.
Serving Pancakes in Santa Clarita on the 4th of July
Lancaster Rodeo After the festivities in Santa Clarita I stopped by the 4th of July Rodeo in Lancaster. Unfortunately I could not stick around for the fireworks because I had to catch a red-eye back to DC that evening.
At the Lancaster Rodeo
Vietnam Veteran Welcome Home Our office was proud to take part in Saturday’s Vietnam Veteran Welcome Home in Simi Valley. Thank you to the VFW Museum of Military History for sponsoring and to the Vietnam Veterans in Simi Valley for creating, curating, and running this fantastic event.
Vietnam Veteran Welcome Home 50th Anniversary
Porter Ranch Hearing My staff attended the South Coast Air Quality Management District Hearing this weekend to listen to the testimony put forth by witnesses, the Air Quality Management District, and SoCal Gas. The purpose of the hearing was to hear the status of compliance to the abatement put forth by SCAQMD on the Aliso Canyon Facility.
Listening to public comment at the AQMD Hearing this weekend
Around the Capitol
St. Francis Dam Bill Very proud to announce that last Tuesday our St. Francis Dam Memorial Monument bill passed the House with unanimous support! Read more here.
It is time to memorialize the victims of the St. Francis Dam tragedy
The Deputy Mayor Comes to Washington Great meeting in my Washington, DC office last Thursday with Deputy Mayor of Los Angeles Jeff Gorell, my old State Assembly colleague. We discussed important public safety issues including countering violent terrorism, cyber-security, and earthquake resilience.
Meeting with Deputy Mayor of Los Angeles Jeff Gorell
Solar Fuels Innovation Act We are excited to announce HR 5638, that the Solar Fuels Innovation Act, a bill we introduced last week, passed the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology on July 7th with bipartisan support! This measure would institute a research program to develop the advanced chemistry needed in order to convert sunlight into storable fuels, which will create far-reaching economic impacts for the future. Read more here.
Helping Families Cope with Mental Health Crises On Wednesday I was proud to support H.R. 2646, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act. This bill would make changes to federal mental health programs and create several grant programs for states and localities so that we can better address the needs of the many patients & families dealing mental health issues across our country. Read more about the legislation here.
Calling All Interns My D.C. office is currently accepting applications for our Fall Internship Program. If you know anyone who is interested in politics or policy, enjoys a fun and fast-paced work environment, and is looking to improve their job skills in our nation’s capital, tell them to check us out! For more information and to apply, visit my website here.
Around the Corner
Patriot Luncheon for Veterans July 13, 11:30PM
Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive, ValenciaBetsy Ross: A Historical Reenactment July 14, 1:00PM
SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street, NewhallOlympics History and Author July 16, 2:00PM
Valencia Library, 23743 Valencia Boulevard, ValenciaFree Concert Series in Simi Valley: The Spazmatics July 16, 6:30-8:30PM
556 Lake Park Drive, Simi Valley
Electra Night Run & Glow Party July 23, Gates open at 6:00PM
Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster
Palmdale National Night Out July 28, 5:00 – 8:00PM
Domenic Massari Park, Palmdale
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The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.
Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In the Roaring ’20s in the big city, if there’s enough “razzle dazzle,” you just might get away with murder. That’s the premise of the hit musical “Chicago,” which has enjoyed success for nearly 50 years, and was based on true-crime stories of a century ago.
California Institute of the Arts will present the annual CalArts Expo on Saturday, May 2. The Expo is an institute-wide event featuring interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community, ranging from current students to internationally renowned faculty and alumni creators.
Blue Heat, the Saugus High School show choir team, ended its competition season on April 12 with a first-place finish in the mixed division Tier IV at John Burroughs Music Showcase 2024 held in Burbank. The team also won the awards for Best Musicianship and Best Showmanship.
Against a backdrop of cinematic magic at Nickelodeon Animation Studios in Burbank, California Institute of the Arts honored the transformative power that philanthropy has had in nurturing the dreams of CalArts students.
Two classic one-act comedies written by the late James McLure are coming to The Main in Old Town Newhall for a two-weekend run starting Friday, May 10.
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.
Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.
College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created.
Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.
College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.
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Standing with members of the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Council
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