State Rep. Devon Mathis
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Recent News About State Rep. Devon Mathis
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California high-speed rail faces scrutiny as lawmakers push for funding redirection
Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a federal investigation into the California High-Speed Rail project.
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California Republicans urge Trump to probe high-speed rail project
Republican lawmakers in California have called on President Trump to investigate the state's High-Speed Rail Authority (HSRA) following a critical report from the High-Speed Rail Office of the Inspector General.
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Assemblywoman calls for funds shift from rail project to wildfire prevention
The High-Speed Rail Office of the Inspector General has released a report highlighting concerns about the California High Speed Rail Authority's plans for completing the Merced-to-Bakersfield segment.
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California assembly discusses measures amid ongoing challenges
Today, the Assembly Budget Committee convened to evaluate two legislative proposals, Assembly Bill 1x and Assembly Bill 2x, aimed at "Trump Proofing" California.
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California lawmaker proposes reallocating funds from high-speed rail to fire prevention
Assemblywoman Alexandra M. Macedo has introduced new legislation aimed at redirecting funds from the California High-Speed Rail Authority to wildfire prevention and water infrastructure projects.
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State regulators impose Delta water restrictions amid drought concerns
Federal and state regulators have announced new water restrictions affecting the Delta region.
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California retracts rule mandating electric trucks for drivers
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has decided to withdraw its Advanced Clean Fleets Rule.
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Assemblywoman Macedo criticizes Governor Newsom's budget proposal
Following the release of Governor Gavin Newsom's $322.3 billion budget proposal, Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo from Tulare expressed her disapproval in a public statement.
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Macedo criticizes Newsom's response to bird flu in California
Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo, a Republican from Tulare, has expressed criticism of Governor Gavin Newsom's handling of the bird flu situation in California.
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Assemblywoman Macedo introduces bill for transparency in gas pricing
Immediately after taking office to represent the 33rd Assembly District, Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo introduced Assembly Bill 41.
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Governor Newsom signs Mathis bill expanding healthcare through joint powers agreements
Governor Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2293, introduced by Assemblyman Mathis in 2024. The bill allows a 501(c)(3) organization to join a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) for the purpose of providing healthcare services.
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Governor Newsom signs bill supporting veterans' housing data in higher education
Sacramento – California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2567, introduced by Assemblyman Devon Mathis in 2024. The bill mandates that higher education institutions in California include data on housing for veteran students in their reports published online and submitted to the legislature.
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Governor Newsom signs bill enhancing services for IDD community
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2423, authored by Assemblyman Mathis, which mandates the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to review and update service rates for caregivers of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Community every two years. This legislative move is expected to enhance funding for local regional centers by up to $1.6 billion.
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Governor Newsom signs school safety bill encouraging tech-based security systems
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 960, a legislative measure introduced by Assemblyman Devon Mathis. The bill aims to encourage public and charter schools in California to implement app-based or web-based security systems. These systems are designed to enhance safety measures during active shooter incidents or natural disasters.
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Governor Newsom signs bill easing gun purchase rules for veterans
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 1982, introduced by Assemblyman Devon Mathis. The new law permits veterans to use a Veteran Health Identification Card from the Department of Veterans Affairs as proof of veteran status to be exempt from the requirement of possessing a Firearm Safety Certificate when purchasing firearms.
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California legislature passes budget cutting $17.5M from rural community's emergency relief fund
Sacramento – The California State Legislature passed its 2024 Budget Bill today, which includes $17.5 million in funding cuts for water hauling in rural communities. Assemblyman Mathis issued a statement following the vote: “Today the California Legislature passed a State budget that would not adequately fund our police, our infrastructure, or our wildfire resistance. In the coming days, I’m sure we will all read detailed breakdowns about how this budget will further strain the finances of Californians while also not solving the fiscal problems that our government faces. I...
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Bill requiring domestic violence education passes Senate committee
The Senate Education Committee has passed AB 2053, a bill introduced by Assemblyman Mathis in 2024, aimed at enhancing education on adolescent relationship abuse and intimate partner violence (IPV). The legislation mandates that students be provided with information on domestic violence resources and support services when they are taught about these issues.
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5 Mathis Bills Unanimously Pass Assembly Committees Today
Sacramento – 5 of Assemblyman Mathis’ bills unanimously passed their respective Committees today, addressing key issues impacting the state. AB 2532, one of the bills, focuses on improving Community College nursing programs by considering residence within the college district in the admissions process. Assemblyman Mathis emphasized the importance of this bill, stating, “For far too long, the State has been suffering from a nursing shortage that has disproportionately hurt the Central Valley... My bill helps combat this crisis by allowing Community College nursing programs...
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6 Mathis Bills Unanimously Pass Committees This Week
Sacramento – In a significant development this week, Assemblyman Mathis saw 6 of his bills unanimously pass their respective Committees. The bills addressed crucial issues affecting California, spanning education, ecosystems, energy, Veterans, the IDD community, and agriculture.Assemblyman Devon Mathis highlighted the importance of one of the bills, stating, "With domestic abuse rates in the US rising, it’s important that our youth are provided with the domestic violence resources that are available to them should they ever need them." He emphasized the bipartisan nature...
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Mathis AG Bill to Combat Pests Passes Committee
Sacramento – Yesterday, the Assembly Committee on Agriculture passed AB 2745, which authorizes a County Agricultural Commissioner to levy a civil penalty against a person who maintains a premise, plant, or conveyance that is infected or infested with any pest determined to be a public nuisance and who fails to take action to rectify it.Assemblyman Mathis expressed his satisfaction with the progress of the bill, stating, "This week, the Agriculture Committee passed my bill to combat the multi-billion dollar problem of invasive pests that ravage our agricultural community."...