Press Releases

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, was reappointed today to the chair of the powerful Senate Governmental Organization committee, which oversees a wide array of important policy areas – from emergency services to alcoholic beverage laws.

SACRAMENTO – With increased national attention on the manipulation of the Electoral College system, Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, today proposed new legislation for California that would ensure the state’s presidential electors cast ballots for candidates who won the popular vote and do not instead switch candidates or abstain from voting.

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, announced today his new legislation to get food aid to low-income college students, ensuring the underserved population has adequate food and nutrition.

“Unfortunately, chronic hunger is far too common on our campuses today,” said Sen. Dodd. “My bill puts food on the table for those who are struggling, helping more Californians achieve their educational and career goals. It’s no secret that going to college is expensive, but students shouldn’t have to starve to advance their education.”

NAPA – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, issued the following statement today in response to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s unveiling of his Master Plan for Early Learning and Care: California for All Kids, which helps families dealing with additional childcare demands of the COVID-19 pandemic while incorporating Sen. Dodd’s ideas on transitional kindergarten and other improvements for early childhood education.