LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Joined by President Bill Clinton, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today convened the Governor’s 2010 Summit on Health, Nutrition and Obesity: Actions for Healthy Living at The California Endowment in Los …
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Regional Industry Grants Provided To 10 Regions Across California, More Than $2 Million Fund Job Training Programs
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The California Recovery Task Force on Friday announced the 10 recipients of nearly $2.2 million in Regional Industry Clusters of Opportunity Grants (RICOG). These grants will bolster regional economic competitiveness …
Nava Endorsed by Congressman Brad Sherman for Calif. Attorney General
COMPTON, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Pedro Nava’s Attorney General Campaign is proud to announce that he has been endorsed by Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks). “Pedro Nava will make a great Attorney General and advocate …
Calif. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Seven to Los Angeles County Superior Court
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday announced the appointments of Karen M. Ackerson-Brazille, David R. Fields, Reva G. Goetz, Laura L. Laesecke, Sally L. Meloch, Shellie L. Samuels, and Paul T. …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces $130 Million Investment in Transportation Projects
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announced yesterday that California will receive an additional $130 million in new funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) for four highway, local, street, …
L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Announces Stimulus Funded Job Training Opportunities As City Nears $600 Million In Recovery Act Funds
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa yesterday announced the award of $7 million in stimulus funding for job training programs in high growth industry sectors. The competitive grants are being awarded after …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger California Superior Court Appointments for Feb. 18, 2010
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Bret D. Hillman to a judgeship in the Tulare County Superior Court. Hillman, 49, of Tulare, has been a partner for Hillman …
Calif. Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III Stands with Fellow Legislators in Condemning Racist ‘Compton Cookout’
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Assistant Speaker pro Tempore Isadore Hall, III (D-Compton) will stand unified with fellow legislators to publicly condemn a racially offensive student event hosted this past weekend by students of UC …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Visits 405 Carpool Lane Project On One Year Anniversary of Recovery Act
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Schwarzenegger today announced that on the one year anniversary of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act), $2.5 billion will be committed to almost 900 transportation projects statewide …
Los Angeles Mayor Villaraigosa Encourages Angelenos to Participate in Budget Challenge Survey
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa encouraged community members to participate in the Los Angeles Budget Challenge survey today at the Silver Lake Library. An online survey tool designed to give …
Singles united! New national organization embraces the unmarried lifestyle
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The National Association of Single People (NASP) announced this week its official formation. And, wasting no time, it has launched right into a national membership campaign. Primary purposes of …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces More Than $100 Million Recovery Act Investment In Advancing Use Of Health Information Exchange and Technology
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Schwarzenegger on Friday announced that California will receive more than $100 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) awards. These funds will assist health care …
Mayor’s Office of The Census Launches Month-Long ‘Make The Homeless Count’ Sock Drive
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Working to ‘Make the Homeless Count’, the Mayor’s Office of the Census announced today a month-long sock drive to support the U.S. Census Bureau’s homeless enumeration program March 29-31. “Socks …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Joins Pacific Coast Collaborative Members to Sign MOU Furthering Agreement
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — At the first Annual Leaders Forum of the Pacific Coast Collaborative (PCC) today, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, along with British Columbia Premier Gordon Campbell, Oregon Secretary of State Kate Brown and Washington …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for California Following Severe Winter Storms
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday sent a letter to President Obama through FEMA Region IX Regional Administrator Nancy Ward requesting a disaster declaration for the state of California as a result …
L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Announces Winners Of 2010 African American Heritage Month Poster Competition
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa today announced the winners of the 2010 African American Heritage Month Poster Competition and presented awards to the student-artists who participated in this year’s contest. …
L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Reiterates Resolve to Balance City’s Budget – A Path To Long Term Fiscal Health
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, at the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Villaraigosa led a town hall meeting with the City’s business leaders, reiterating his commitment to act quickly to balance this …
Ca. Gov. Applauds Senate for Confirming Maldonado as Lieutenant Governor
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger issued the following statement applauding the California State Senate for confirming Senator Abel Maldonado (R-Santa Maria) as Lieutenant Governor: “I applaud the California State Senate for showing bipartisan …
Calif. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Appointments for 2.10.10
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has announced the following appointments: First, Nicole Anderson, 20, of Redding, has been appointed to the California State University Board of Trustees. Since 2008, she has served …
Calif. Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III Introduces Legislation to Help Diabetic Children in School
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Assistant Speaker pro Tempore Isadore Hall, III (D- Compton) today introduced AB 1802, which would clarify existing law by allowing, but not requiring, a parent/guardian-designated teacher, administrator or school employee to …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces 2010 Summit on Health, Nutrition and Obesity: Action for Healthy Living
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced he will host the 2010 Summit on Health, Nutrition and Obesity: Action for Healthy Living on Wednesday, February 24, 2010. President Bill Clinton, founder of …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Executive Order to Further Improve California’s Information Technology Systems
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Building upon his commitment to increase government efficiency through improvements to California’s information technology (IT) systems, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today received an update on the progress the state has made …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Concord Soldier
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding the death of Pfc. Scott G. Barnett of Concord: “Maria and I were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Private …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Camp Pendleton Marine
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. David J. Smith of Frederick, MD: “Sergeant David Smith was a committed Marine who fought courageously to preserve …
Calif. Recovery Task Force Director Issues Statement on Bureau of State Audits Findings
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — California Recovery Task Force Director Herb K. Schultz today issued the following statement in response to the Bureau of State Audits report on the Department of Community Services and Development America …
Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Brigadier General Mary J. Kight Adjutant General of the Calif. National Guard
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday announced the appointment of Brigadier General Mary J. Kight as the first female adjutant general of the California National Guard and first African-American female National Guard adjutant …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on California Supreme Court Ruling on Jessica’s Law
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Schwarzenegger yesterday issued the following statement after the California Supreme Court ruled to uphold the residency restrictions in Proposition 83, also known as Jessica’s Law, which took effect on November …
Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III Named Legislator of the Year by Calif. State Sheriff’s Assoc.
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ — Assistant Speaker pro Tempore Isadore Hall, III (D – Compton) has been honored as the 2010 Legislator of the Year by the California State Sheriff’s Association (CSSA). Assemblymember Hall, who …
Recovery Task Force Releases Preliminary Report of Funds Managed by Calif. State Government
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — The California Recovery Task Force today announced that quarter two reports on American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) have been submitted as required by the federal government on spending and …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces California Receives Largest High-Speed Rail Recovery Act Award in the Nation
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday announced that California has been awarded more than $2.3 billion of the $8 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment (Recovery Act) funding President Obama made available to states …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger announces County Superior Court appointments
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Among others, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Joseph A. Soldani to a judgeship in the Madera County Superior Court. Soldani, 60, of Fresno, has been a part-time sole …
Richmond Gang Rape Legislation Passed By Calif. State Assembly
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Responding to the brutal gang rape of a minor in Richmond, California, Assemblymember Pedro Nava’s (D-Santa Barbara) ‘fast tracked’ legislation, Assembly Bill 984, the “Witness Responsibility Act,†which holds witnesses accountable …
Nava Investigating Hidden Credit Card Fees for California Consumers
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Assemblymember Pedro Nava (D-Santa Barbara), Chair of the Assembly Banking & Finance Committee, held an informational hearing today to examine the interchange fee system and the impact of undisclosed interchange fees …
Focus of Investigative Hearing in Sacramento by Nava on Billions of Dollars Paid in Hidden Fees
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — What: Investigative Hearing of the Assembly Banking & Finance Committee on the billions of dollars charged in undisclosed “interchange†fees to California consumers and merchants by the banking industry on …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Election of New Senate Republican Leader
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement congratulating Senator Bob Dutton (R-Rancho Cucamonga) on his election as the next Senate Republican Leader: “Senator Bob Dutton has been a tremendous advocate for …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Sends Letter to California Congressional Delegation on California’s Fair Share from the Federal Government
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday sent a letter to members of the California Congressional Delegation urging California’s fair share from the federal government in reimbursement formulas that shortchange California taxpayers. The full …
U.S. EPA Honors California For Successful Management Of Recovery Act Funds
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has been recognized for its successful management of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) funding by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). CDPH …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Two to California Energy Commission, Thanks Art Rosenfeld for His Dedicated Service
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — The Governor yesterday announced the appointment of Anthony Eggert and Robert Weisenmiller to the California Energy Commission and expressed his sincere gratitude to internationally renowned Commissioner Art Rosenfeld for his dedicated …
Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III to Receive 2010 Martin Luther King, Jr. Award
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ — California Assistant Speaker pro Tempore Isadore Hall, III (D – Compton) will be honored as the 2010 recipient of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Award by the Southern Christian Leadership …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces California Assistance to Help Haiti Recover after Earthquake
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Following yesterday’s devastating earthquake in Haiti, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced that California’s specially-trained Urban Search and Rescue Team, California Task Force 2, has been dispatched to aid the victims and …
Nava’s ‘Witness Responsibility Act’ to Close Loophole in California Law to Protect All Victims
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Responding to the brutal gang rape of a minor in Richmond, California, Assemblymember Pedro Nava’s (D-Santa Barbara) ‘fast tracked’ legislation, Assembly Bill 984, the “Witness Responsibility Act,†which holds witnesses accountable …
Calif. Gov. Schwarzenegger Highlights Plan to Spur Clean Technology Growth in California
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — California Jobs Initiative to Create, Retain 100,000+ Jobs. After touring Cobalt Biofuels, a Silicon Valley green-tech company, today in Mountain View, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger highlighted his proposal to exempt the purchase …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces First-in-the-Nation Statewide Green Building Standards Code
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Continuing California’s efforts to fight climate change and protect the environment, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the California Building Standards Commission unanimously adopted the first-in-the-nation mandatory Green Building Standards Code (CALGREEN) …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces 760 Local Education Agencies Set to Participate in State’s Race to the Top Plan to Date
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Schwarzenegger today announced that to date, 760 local educational agencies have submitted memorandum of understandings (MOU) to partner with the state’s Race to the Top application. The participation of these …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Proclaims State of Emergency in Humboldt County Due to Earthquake
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today proclaimed a state of emergency in Humboldt County due to a 6.5 earthquake which occurred on Saturday, January 9, 2010 that impacted the northern coast of California, …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Highlights California Jobs Initiative to Help Get Economy Back on Track
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Emphasizing that this year’s number one priority is creating jobs and returning people to work to get California’s economy back on track, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today visited Ace Clearwater Enterprises in …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Cap-and-Trade Program Recommendations
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after the Economic and Allocation Advisory Committee issued their final recommendations to the California Air Resources Board on the design of the cap-and-trade …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Submission of Application for Up to $490 Million Recovery Act Funding for Schools
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — In keeping with his commitment to protect education, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today signed and announced the submission of the state’s application for the final 10 percent of education funding available under …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Appointments to New Department of Resources, Recycling and Recovery; Appoints Margo Reid Brown Chief Deputy
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Following through on his commitment to increase efficiency and make state government work better for the people, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday announced appointments to the new Department of Resources, Recycling and …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Historic Education Reform Legislation Making California Highly Competitive in Race to the Top
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — After calling a special session and introducing a bi-partisan legislative package, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday (Thurs.) signed historic education reform legislation making California highly competitive in President Obama’s national $4.35 billion …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Department of Fish and Game Helicopter Crash Victims
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday (Wednesday) issued the following statement regarding the deaths of Clu Cotter of Fresno, Kevin O’Connor of Fresno, Tom Stolberg of Fresno and Mike Donovan of Palm Springs: …
California Recovery Task Force Announces $17.8 Million Awarded For California Data Centers and Telecom Industry
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — The California Recovery Task Force yesterday announced that California companies and organizations have been awarded $35 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) funding to reduce energy consumption for …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Provides Constitutional Amendment Language to Increase Higher Education Funding, Shift Funding from Prisons
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Following up on his State of the State proposal to make higher education a priority, yesterday, the Governor has submitted draft legislative language to Legislative Counsel, taking the first step to …
Calif. Gov. Schwarzenegger Lays out Priorities, Urges Continued Bipartisan Teamwork in State of the State Address
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Today, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger delivered his annual State of the State address before a joint session of the California legislature. The Governor reflected on the teamwork that brought California through the …
Calif. Assemblymember Nava Introduces Oil Industry Fair Share Act
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — On the eve of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s State of the State Address, and the release of his 2010-11 Budget Proposal, Assemblymember Pedro Nava (D-Santa Barbara) introduced today The Oil Industry …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Lester Snow as Natural Resources Secretary
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Lester Snow as secretary for the California Natural Resources Agency and also thanked Secretary Mike Chrisman who is retiring from state service effective …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Legislation to Crack Down on DUI Offenders
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after Assemblymember Jerry Hill (D-San Mateo) announced he would introduce legislation that would make it more difficult for repeat driving under the influence …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Applauds Action Taken by 11 States to Move Forward with a Low Carbon Fuel Standard
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont signed a Memorandum …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Thanks Congressman George Radanovich for Service to California
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding California Congressman George Radanovich’s (R-Mariposa) announcement that he will not seek re-election in 2010: “Congressman Radanovich has built a notable and distinguished career …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Two to Ventura County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointments of Roger L. Lund and William Brennan Lynch to judgeships in the Ventura County Superior Court. Lund, 40, of Camarillo, has served as a …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Two to Solano County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointments of John B. Ellis and Timmy P. Kam to judgeships in the Solano County Superior Court. Ellis, 48, of Elk Grove, has served as …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Six to Santa Clara County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointments of Julia A. Emede, Maureen A. Folan, Daniel T. Nishigaya, Ronald I. Toff, Jesus Valencia Jr. and Theodore C. Zayner to judgeships in the …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints V. Raymond Swope to San Mateo County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of V. Raymond Swope to a judgeship in the San Mateo County Superior Court. Swope, 57, of Menlo Park, has served as deputy county …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints William Johnson to San Joaquin County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of William D. Johnson to a judgeship in the San Joaquin County Superior Court. Johnson, 61, of Stockton, has been a staff attorney for …
Calif. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces 244 Proposed Renewable Energy Projects Throughout State
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the first comprehensive list of 244 proposed renewable energy projects that could produce up to almost 70,000 megawatts (MW) of clean energy annually, building on California’s …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Stephen Gallon to Riverside County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Stephen J. Gallon to a judgeship in the Riverside County Superior Court. Gallon, 40, of Temecula, has served as a supervising and senior …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Two to Orange County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointments of Beatriz M. Gordon and Dennis J. Keough to judgeships in the Orange County Superior Court. Gordon, 38, of Tustin, has served as associate …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Pamela Butler to Monterey County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Pamela L. Butler to a judgeship in the Monterey County Superior Court. Butler, 39, of Carmel, has been a deputy district attorney with …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement After U.S. Senate Passes Health Care Reform Legislation
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger issued the following statement on Dec. 24th, urging continued work on health care reform legislation that won’t burden states with unfair costs: “I have long supported fixing our …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Sends Letter to California Congressional Delegation on Health Care Reform Legislation
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday sent a letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and members of the California Congressional Delegation urging them to not impose new costs on states through …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Miramar Marine
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding the death of Pfc. Serge Kropov of Hawley, PA: “Private First Class Serge Kropov was a brave Marine and his death is …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Appointments for 12.22.09
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the following appointments: First, Ronnie Caplane, 61, of Oakland, has been reappointed to the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, where she has served as a member since …
L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Names Joan Sullivan Deputy Mayor Of Education
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ — Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa yesterday named Joan Sullivan Deputy Mayor of Education. She is the founder of the Bronx Academy of Letters High School in New York City and is …
California Copyright Conference Panel Focuses on TV Music Production and Placement
SHERMAN OAKS /California Newswire/ — Amidst exciting changes in the production and placement of music for television, the California Copyright Conference presents a panel of insiders who will comment on and analyze the current state …
Costa Mesa Parks and Recreation to offer program on practical verbal self-defense
COSTA MESA /California Newswire/ — The Shuyokan Dojo in Costa Mesa, California is pleased to announce a new course offering: In Control – Practical Verbal Self-Defense. Participants will learn innovative strategies for verbal conflicts in …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces $26.5 Million in Awards to Counties to Combat IHSS Fraud
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Committed to combating fraud within the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today joined Sacramento County District Attorney Jan Scully and other state officials to announce $26.5 million in …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Applauds CPUC Decision to Approve 4,500 MW Power Project
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) approved Southern California Edison’s request to construct Segments 4-11 of its Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project (TRTP), …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Urges World Leaders to Embrace Subnational Leadership in Climate Change Fight
SACRAMENTO and COPENHAGEN /California Newswire/ — Highlighting California’s leadership in combating climate change and growing a green economy, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday addressed delegates from nations, states, provinces and regions from around the world at …
Nava to close loophole in California law in response to Richmond Gang Rape
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Responding to the brutal gang rape incident of a minor in Richmond, California, Assemblymember Pedro Nava (D-Santa Barbara), Vice Chair of the Joint Legislative Committee on Emergency Management, announced today the …
Nava and California Breast Cancer Survivors Urge State Leaders to Spare Cuts to Breast Cancer Screening
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Assemblymembers Pedro Nava (D-Santa Barbara), Noreen Evans (D-Santa Rosa), and Susan G. Komen for the Cure, health organizations, breast cancer survivors and advocates held a press conference today to express their …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Appointment of Ana Matosantos as First Latina Finance Director
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today extended his deep felt gratitude to Michael Genest for his service to the people of California. Following Genest announcing his resignation, the Governor announced that he will …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Launch of Climate Registered Program at Copenhagen Conference
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after The Climate Registry, joined by several government, environmental and business leaders at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, launched “Climate …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Groundbreaking Collaboration with Denmark on Green Chemistry
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after his California Environmental Protection Agency Secretary Linda Adams and Danish Environmental Minister Troels Lund Poulsen signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Joins Chanukah Celebration at Capitol Menorah Lighting Ceremony
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and local leaders of the Jewish community today joined Chabad of Sacramento to celebrate Chanukah at the 16th Annual Capitol Menorah Lighting Ceremony. “As we light this menorah …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger to Promote California’s Leading Green Policies at UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — To highlight California’s leadership in combating climate change and encourage action at all levels of government, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger will travel to Copenhagen next week to participate in the United Nations …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Presents Medal of Valor Award to 27 California State Employees
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday presented 27 state employees with the Governor’s State Employee Medal of Valor award for demonstrating extraordinary acts of bravery and heroism to save the life of another. …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Election of New Assembly Speaker
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Schwarzenegger yesterday issued the following statement regarding the election of Assemblymember John A. Pérez (D-Los Angeles) as speaker of the Assembly and thanked Speaker Karen Bass (D-Los Angeles) for her …
Colbie Caillat, Demi Lovato, and Audrina Patridge put their creativity to fashionable good use for Starlight Children’s Foundation
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ — On Dec. 19, 2009 Forever 21, Inc. is launching a charitable line of T-shirts personally designed by notable celebrities with 100 percent of the proceeds, or 2/3 of the purchase …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Proclamation for Special Election to Fill Vacancy in 37th Senate District
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger issued the following proclamation today, declaring June 8, 2010 the date for a special election in California’s 37th Senate District (which includes Riverside County and all or portions …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Diesel Vehicle Regulations
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Following a meeting on the state’s landmark Diesel Vehicle regulations yesterday (Dec. 9) by the California Air Resources Board, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger issued the following statement: “With numerous studies and …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Congratulates Maj. General William H. Wade II Upon Selection as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement congratulating Major General William H. Wade II, Adjutant General of the California National Guard, on his selection as the Deputy Chief of Staff …
Komen Affiliates Urge Calif. State Leaders to Spare Cuts to Breast Cancer Screening Access for Neediest Women
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Assemblymember Pedro Nava (D-Santa Barbara), breast cancer survivors and advocates from all seven California Affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure signaled their alarm today at recently announced changes to …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on California’s Expansion in Green Jobs and Businesses
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after Next 10 released a report showing that green jobs and businesses are growing in our state. The report shows California’s green businesses …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on California Charter Schools ‘A’ Rating from Center for Education Reform
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after the Washington-based Center for Education Reform released a report, giving California an “A†rating for the state’s charter school laws: “This report …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on U.S. EPA’s Final Ruling on Greenhouse Gas Emissions as Public Health Threat
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final ruling that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions are a public health …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Celebrates Opening of Ventura Veterans Home
VENTURA /California Newswire/ — Continuing his commitment to California’s veterans, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today joined California Department of Veterans Affairs (CDVA) Secretary Roger Brautigan and commanding officer of the Naval Base Ventura County Captain James …
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Highlights Alternative Fuel Vehicles at 2009 L.A. Auto Show
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ — Continuing his commitment to alternative fuels and efficient, clean cars, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today highlighted the wide range of alternative fuel vehicles that will be on display at the 2009 …
Young Actress to spearhead Starlight Children’s Foundation StarPower Program, proving you’re never too young to give back
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ — Starlight Children’s Foundation – which for 25 years has helped seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain, fear and isolation through entertainment, education and family activities – …
Nava Receives Perfect Score on 2009 Congress of California Seniors Legislature Report Card
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — The Congress of California Seniors has released their California Legislative Report Card and Assemblymember Pedro Nava received a 100 percent rating for his efforts supporting efforts to protect California’s senior citizens. …
Nava Releases Memorandum on Ojai Bear Incident and Calif. Dept. Fish and Game Policies – Seeks Public Input
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ — Following a series of meetings with the California Department of Fish and Game (DFG), Assemblymember Pedro Nava (D-Santa Barbara) is requesting public input regarding the policies and actions that resulted in …