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SACRAMENTO – Legislation has advanced from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, that would allow the continuation of 50-50 raffles at major league sports stadiums – an important fundraising tool for nonprofits.

“This bill supporting charitable raffles provides an important funding tool for a host of organizations benefiting youth and the underserved,” Sen. Dodd said. “Over the years, these raffles have raised millions for a diverse group of charitable organizations throughout the state. This approval is a step toward ensuring that continues.”

SACRAMENTO – Legislation has advanced from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, that would add large juice bottles to California’s recycling program, reducing the amount of plastic and glass going into landfills and helping to stabilize the recycling market.

SACRAMENTO – Legislation advanced from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, that would place limits on the amount of money that can be donated to candidates for school boards and special district offices, ensuring fairness in local elections.

“My bill puts a cap on donations to ensure fairness while encouraging a more diverse field that is more reflective of the population,” Sen. Dodd said. “Getting big money out of elections for smaller community offices is essential. These well-financed campaigns favor the wealthy at the exclusion of grassroots candidates and people of color.”

SACRAMENTO – Ten proposals from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, were approved this week in Assembly committees, building on recent momentum to enact a range of new laws including protections against climate-driven wildfires, elder financial abuse and hidden fees targeting California consumers.