Sacramento, CA – In the Annual Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony in Sacramento, Assemblymember Chris Holden recognized Holocaust survivor Isabelle Teresa Huber of Claremont on the Assembly Floor. This year marks the 73rd Anniversary of the Holocaust – the systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its collaborators.
Sacramento (CA) - In the midst of March Madness, Assemblymember Chris Holden announced introduction of his legislation, Assembly Bill 2747, the College Athletes' Civil Rights Act of 2018, to protect to college athletes from harmful policies by the National College Athletics Association (NCAA).
Sacramento, CA – Assemblymember Chris Holden’s legislation to extend tax relief for individuals participating in a turf removal water conservation program, Assembly Bill 2283, passed the Assembly Committee on Revenue and Taxation today with a 6-0 vote.
“Water conservation shouldn’t be taxed,” said Assemblymember Chris Holden. “California barely got out of the drought last year and we’re already experiencing a shortage of rainfall this year.”
Pasadena, CA – In Celebration of Women’s History Month in March 2018, Assemblymember Chris Holden will recognize the 41st Assembly District’s Woman of the Year and Women of Distinction on Thursday March 15th at his Annual District Office Spring Open House. The women are being recognized for their service that has a made a positive impact in the community.
Sacramento (CA) – Assemblymember Chris Holden introduced Assembly Bill 2370 that expands lead testing in drinking water within child care centers. The legislation also encourages greater lead testing of high-risk children, and informs parents about the risks and effects of lead exposure.
“Lead poisoning is a serious threat to children’s health,” said Assemblymember Chris Holden. “Increasing lead testing for California’s high-risk children is one of the single biggest steps we can take to prevent lead poisoning.”
Pasadena, CA – Catherine Del Rosario is returning to Assemblymember Chris Holden’s staff as District Director.
Holden welcomed her back saying, “Catherine’s organization skills and legislative background already make her an invaluable addition to my office, but most importantly, she is a great person with a service mindset that will benefit the community.”
Sacramento, CA – Today, Governor Jerry Brown delivered the 2018 State of the State Address. Assemblymember Chris Holden (AD – 41) issued the following statement:
“Governor Brown has shown prudence in his approach to governing the great State of California. Thanks to his foresight we have created a $13.5 billion rainy day fund, extended California’s Cap and Trade Program, and increased investments to higher education. These important initiatives lay the foundation for California to be strong and vibrant in the future.
Pasadena Journal’s Joe and Ruthie Hopkins Recognized as Civil Rights Pioneers by the California State Legislature
Sacramento (CA) – Pasadena Journal publishers Joe and Ruthie Hopkins were recognized by the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) as the 41st Assembly District’s “2018 Unsung Heroes” as civil rights pioneers in the San Gabriel Valley. The couple was honored at the CLBC’s Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast in Sacramento.
