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SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, today announced the California Assembly has approved his measure that would ratify key intergovernmental agreements between the state and Native American tribes for the purposes of gaming.

“This legislation helps enhance economic stability and self-sufficiency among California’s first people while providing revenue and good-paying jobs for thousands of others across our state,” Sen. Dodd said.  “It’s a win for everyone and I thank my fellow lawmakers for their support.”

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, announced today the California Assembly has approved his legislation that would build upon recent directives from President Joe Biden and Gov. Gavin Newsom addressing the unprecedented growth of generative artificial intelligence technology by encouraging continued innovation while ensuring the rights and opportunities of all Californians are protected.

SACRAMENTO – The California Legislature today approved a measure from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, that would grant power wheelchair users the right to have their own equipment repaired, eliminating delays that could leave them immobilized while reducing costs to one of California’s most vulnerable populations.

SACRAMENTO – The California Assembly today approved a measure from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, that would bolster merchant shipping industry safety while saving money by encouraging investment in new, state-of-the-art pilot vessels.