Press Releases

Sen. Dodd Introducing Prescribed Fire Fund Bill

Friday, February 4, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, announced legislation today that would enhance wildfire prevention in California through implementation of a $20 million prescribed fire claims fund.

“We know fighting fire with fire is one of the most effective means of prevention, which is why I wrote the law to encourage greater use of this wildfire prevention technique last year,” Sen. Dodd said. “This new proposal continues our efforts to encourage greater use of prescribed fire by ensuring those who practice this time-tested technique can have some protection from any unintended costs.”

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Defensible Space Inspection Bill

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, introduced legislation today that would encourage creation of defensible space, protecting life and property from California’s worsening wildfires.

“Defensible space inspections and remediation are essential to protecting properties and can help make entire communities more resilient,” Sen. Dodd said. “You can’t manage what you don’t measure, and we need to make smart, informed decisions on where to target investment and activities, and how to build on our progress. It’s an ongoing process – like painting the Golden Gate Bridge.”

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Mobile Pharmacy Van Bill

Monday, January 24, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, introduced legislation today that would authorize the creation of mobile pharmacy vans to bring medication and counseling to California’s hard-to-reach communities, improving health for homeless people and many others who have inadequate access to care.

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Sen. Dodd Responds to FAIR Plan Expansion

Friday, January 21, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, issued the following statement today in response to the approval by California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara of new coverage options for farms and agricultural businesses under the FAIR Plan:

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Junior Hunting License Bill

Friday, January 21, 2022

 

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, today announced new legislation to increase the eligibility age for a junior hunting license in California, opening opportunities to participate in outdoor sports to a greater number of young people.

“The higher price for an adult hunting license has proven to be a barrier to many teenagers,” Sen. Dodd said. “That’s a shame because they miss out on junior hunting activities that foster life-long participation in outdoor sports. My bill will give them more time in the field so they can learn about all California has to offer.”

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Feral Pig Control Bill

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

 

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, introduced legislation today that would help control California’s growing wild pig population, reducing damage caused by the invasive species to the environment, private property and agriculture.

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Climate Financing Resilience Bill

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, introduced legislation today that would address the effects of climate change, including sea-level rise and wildfire, through creation of resilience districts to undertake and promote conservation efforts.

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Bill Expanding To-Go Cocktail Sales

Thursday, January 13, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Amid the Omicron surge, Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, introduced legislation today to boost his previous relief for struggling restaurants and bars, expanding provisions of his 2021 law allowing the sale and delivery of to-go cocktails.

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Sen. Dodd Introduces Wheelchair, Medical Equipment Reuse Bill

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Dodd, D-Napa, introduced legislation today to provide refurbished medical equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers to people with disabilities and seniors, ensuring all Californians have access to the care they need.

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Sen. Dodd Responds to Gov. Newsom’s 2022 Budget

Monday, January 10, 2022

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, issued the following statement today upon the release of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2022-23 budget, which invests heavily in essential services such as public schools and wildfire prevention while committing significant resources to pandemic recovery, combatting the climate crisis and assisting in jobs creation.

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