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Harris Introduces Comprehensive Legislation to Protect Communities from Growing Threat of Wildfires
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Harris Introduces Comprehensive Legislation to Protect Communities from Growing Threat of Wildfires

Sentinel News ServiceNovember 15, 2019

U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris (D-CA) on Friday announced the Wildfire Defense Act, comprehensive legislation to help communities—especially in California—implement science-based methods for mitigating wildfire damage and defending life and property. Harris’ bill would provide local communities with up to $10 million dollars to implement a Community Wildfire Defense Plan to ensure they are resilient in the face of the growing wildfire threat before disaster strikes.  

Momentum Builds for Public Banks: Los Angeles City Council Endorses AB 857
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Momentum Builds for Public Banks: Los Angeles City Council Endorses AB 857

Sentinel News ServiceApril 16, 2019

Assemblymember Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles), who is a joint-author of the Public Banking Act, responded, saying: “Californians from the grassroots to the halls of power are weary of a corporate banking system that doesn’t work for them. Wall Street needs people-powered competition, and a public bank for public good is the right place to start. Council President Herb Wesson has been a bold champion of public banks for many years, and I couldn’t be more grateful for his leadership and the support we’ve seen from so many others across the state.”