State Senator Roger Niello (CA)
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Recent News About State Senator Roger Niello (CA)
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California's education and infrastructure projects face scrutiny in subcommittee hearings
The Education Subcommittee recently convened to discuss the Department of Education's mishandling of the $500 million Golden State Pathways Program.
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California budget discussions highlight priorities across education, environment, housing
The California budget discussions have highlighted several key issues across various sectors, as detailed in recent subcommittee hearings.
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California faces criticism over $3.44 billion loan for Medi-Cal expansion
The state of California is facing scrutiny over a $3.44 billion loan intended to address a budget shortfall largely attributed to the expansion of Medi-Cal to undocumented adults.
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California budget proposals spark debate across education, energy, health sectors
The California state budget is under scrutiny as subcommittees evaluate proposals affecting various sectors.
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California lawmakers debate education cuts and climate policy costs
The California state budget hearings continue to reveal differing opinions among lawmakers regarding the allocation of funds across various sectors.
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Senator Roger Niello joins Little Hoover Commission
Roger Niello, a Republican from Fair Oaks, has been appointed to the Little Hoover Commission by the Senate Rules Committee.
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California legislators scrutinize budget proposals for education, infrastructure, health services
The recent discussions held by California's legislative subcommittees have highlighted several key issues in the state's budget allocation for 2025-26.
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Proposal seeks nonpartisan drafting of California ballot measures
A proposal is currently before the California Legislature that seeks to change who writes the wording for state ballot initiatives and referendums.
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Republicans critique California governor's proposed state budget for 2025-2026
California Senate Republicans have expressed concerns over Governor Gavin Newsom's proposed $322 billion state budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
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Senator Niello urges funding for Proposition 36 implementation
Senator Roger Niello has called on Governor Gavin Newsom to provide adequate funding for Proposition 36, a measure aimed at holding repeat offenders accountable while promoting drug treatment and mental health services.
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Senate Republicans urge delay on fuel standard fee vote
California Senate Republicans have submitted a petition on behalf of nearly 13,000 residents to the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
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Proposed changes may raise California gas prices up to 85 cents per gallon
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is set to vote on amendments to the Low-Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), which could lead to an increase in gas prices by 65 to 85 cents per gallon as early as next year.
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Senate Republicans urge veto of California's car speed tracker bill
California Senate Republicans have formally requested Governor Gavin Newsom to veto Senate Bill 961, authored by Senator Scott Wiener of San Francisco. The bill mandates the installation of speed monitors in all new cars, which would alert drivers visually and audibly if they exceed the posted speed limit by more than 10 miles per hour.
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California lawmakers face crucial suspense day decisions
Thursday, August 15, is a critical day for California lawmakers as they wait to learn whether their bills are removed from the suspense file to continue through the legislative process in the California State Legislature.
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Newsom issues executive order to clear homeless encampments amid Republican criticism
Governor Newsom has issued an executive order directing state agencies to begin clearing homeless encampments from state lands and urging local governments to do the same. This move is reminiscent of previous efforts by California Republican legislators on the issue over recent years.
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Sacramento Regional Transit District starts construction on Watt/I-80 improvement project
The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) celebrated a significant milestone today with a groundbreaking event marking the start of construction on the Watt/I-80 Transit Center Improvement Project. This project aims to enhance safety, accessibility, and overall customer experience at one of the region’s largest transit hubs. SacRT recently invested millions into the transit center, including upgrading two elevators, and will invest $26 million in new improvements over the next two years.
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Senate Republicans claim victory after Newsom withdraws soft-on-crime ballot measure
Hours after Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) and other members of the Senate Republican Caucus formally called for Governor Newsom and Democratic leadership to withdraw their soft-on-crime ballot measure, Newsom scrapped the last-minute election interference plot.
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California's new budget faces criticism over sustainability and funding priorities
Today, legislative Democrats passed a budget package criticized for being unbalanced, unsustainable, and not reflective of the needs of everyday Californians.
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California Republicans criticize new state budget as 'irresponsible
Today, Democrats in the California legislature passed a placeholder state budget bill that has been criticized as unrealistic and insufficient. With a voter-imposed constitutional deadline to pass a budget bill by June 15, this shell budget allows legislators to continue receiving pay but achieves little else. Veteran journalist Dan Walters with CalMatters concurs with California Senate Republicans, describing the passage of the budget bill as a "budget charade" that "will only pay lip service to the California Constitution, and may bear only a passing resemblance to the...
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Republicans criticize Democrat amendments affecting bipartisan public safety bill
Today, Legislative Republicans gathered at the Capitol with law enforcement officials and public safety advocates to condemn a set of Democrat-sponsored amendments to a bipartisan public safety bill package. The amendments will automatically repeal the bills if voters approve an initiative rolling back Prop. 47, forcing concerned voters into a choice between the ballot measure and legislative efforts to enhance California's safety.