Tag: Ricardo Lara
Erika Contreras Nominated next Secretary of State Senate
The California State Senate’s top executive spot is no longer up for grabs as Erika Contreras was nominated today to become the next Secretary to fill the prestigious role. Working as Chief of Staff to Senator Ricardo Lara for almost...
Stunner: Brown Rejects Senate Bill to Allow Non-Citizens to Serve on State Boards
In a shocking decision, Governor Jerry Brown has vetoed a bill most thought would easily gain his signature. SB 174 by State Senator Ricardo Lara (D-Bell Gardens) would have allowed non U.S. citizens to serve on state and local boards...
Lawbreakers Under Twelve May Be Getting a Major Break
Lawmakers have sent a bill to Governor Jerry Brown as they plan to exclude children age 11 and younger from juvenile court jurisdiction to promote the rights, health and well-being of youth by curbing premature exposure to incarceration. SB 439...