State Senator Roger Niello (CA)
Recent News About State Senator Roger Niello (CA)
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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.
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Newsom's budget revision draws criticism from California Senate Republicans
In the past two budget cycles, Governor Newsom has exhausted a $100 billion surplus, leading to a budget deficit of $73 billion. In an attempt to address this financial shortfall, the governor's proposal for balancing the state’s budget primarily involves cash transfers and other fiscal strategies. Critics argue that these measures could set California on a path to consistent deficit spending in the future.
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Lack of Accountability and Outcomes Despite Billions Spent on Homelessness Programs
Senator Roger Niello, on the "Budget Subcommittee Spotlight," highlighted the concerning lack of accountability and outcomes despite billions spent on homelessness programs in California. The State Auditor's findings revealed a significant issue where the California Interagency Council on Homelessness has not evaluated homelessness funding in recent years, leading to a lack of tracking and evaluation of taxpayer dollars allocated to these efforts. Senator Niello pointed out the absence of ongoing funding from the Governor, leaving local governments unsupported and a lack of...
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Lack of Accountability and Outcomes Despite Billions Spent on Homelessness Programs
In a recent session of Subcommittee #4 (State Administration and General Government), concerns were raised regarding the lack of accountability and outcomes despite billions being spent on homelessness programs. Representatives addressed the State Auditor's findings, highlighting the challenges faced in addressing homelessness effectively.The California Interagency Council on Homelessness came under scrutiny for its lack of evaluation of homelessness funding in recent years. Senator Roger Niello pointed out the concerning trend of committing billions in taxpayer dollars...
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Senator Niello’s Bill to “Ditch the Switch” to Be Heard at Tuesday’s Senate Energy Committee Hearing
Senator Roger Niello's proposed bill, Senate Bill 1413, aims to put an end to biannual clock changes and establish Permanent Standard Time as the year-round standard in California. The bill, which will be presented at the Senate Energy, Utilities, and Communications Committee hearing tomorrow, has garnered support from a multi-state coalition and is in line with a growing public sentiment against time changes.Advocates for Permanent Standard Time argue that it better aligns with human circadian rhythms, with evidence suggesting that it is associated with fewer health...
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Audit reveals reasons for state failures on worsening homelessness
A state audit released today sheds light on the reasons for the worsening homelessness crisis in California, revealing a lack of accountability for the billions of dollars allocated towards addressing the issue. Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R-Yucaipa) and Senator Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) spearheaded the bipartisan effort to request the audit, which uncovered significant shortcomings in the state's approach to tackling homelessness.Senator Ochoa Bogh emphasized the importance of identifying effective solutions, stating, "Far too many people are living, and dying, on the...
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California Senate Vice Chair Roger Niello Criticizes Budget Agreement
California Senate Budget Committee Vice Chair Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) has responded to the recent budget agreement reached by Democratic leaders in the state. In a statement, Niello expressed his concerns about the lack of transparency and inclusivity in the budget process.Niello criticized the unilateral decision-making that has characterized the budget process in recent years, stating, "The budget process has been degraded in the last several years with unilateral decision-making happening behind closed doors by one political party." He highlighted the growing...
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Housing Reform Still Lacking as Governor Proposes Program Reductions
Budget Subcommittee #1 EducationIn a recent budget hearing, a UC representative revealed that the proposal to reduce funding for a joint UCLA-corporate research complex originated from the Governor’s office, not UC itself. Governor Newsom had initially sought $500 million at the request of two billionaires for this project. In contrast, there are concerns over the lack of medical providers in the Central Valley, with Senate Republicans advocating for prioritizing the funding for a new medical school at UC Merced over the research complex.Budget Subcommittee #2 Resources,...