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Dodd and McGuire one step closer to securing Clear Lake funding

Thursday, June 11, 2015

SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Bill Dodd (D-Napa) and Senator Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg) announced Thursday that the state legislature’s Budget Conference Committee included $1 million for Clear Lake in their approved state budget for 2015-16. Senator McGuire and Assemblymember Dodd have been collaborating since early this year to secure greater investment in environmental protection and restoration of Clear Lake.

Mojo’s Kitchen428 Selected as Small Business of the Year

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Christy Hayes, owner of Mojo’s Kitchen428 was honored by Assemblymember Bill Dodd as Small Business of the Year

Assemblymember Dodd Helps Bring Awareness to Elder Abuse

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

SACRAMENTO, CA –Assemblymember Bill Dodd (D-Napa) has authored a resolution proclaiming June as Elder and Vulnerable Adult Abuse Awareness Month. The resolution passed the Assembly with bipartisan support and is now scheduled to be heard in the state Senate.

Assemblymember Dodd Continues Fight to Restore Clear Lake

Thursday, May 21, 2015

SACRAMENTO - Assemblymember Bill Dodd (D-Napa) addressed the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Resources and Transportation in a continued attempt secure much needed funding to help protect and improve Clear Lake. In response, the subcommittee approved $1 million in funds to be included in the Assembly Budget for 2015-16.

Napan Irving Baum Recognized at State Capitol during Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony - State Capitol

Friday, April 17, 2015

SACRAMENTO, CA – Every year during Holocaust Remembrance Week the state Assembly holds a special ceremony and recognizes a Holocaust survivor, liberator, or a child of a survivor from each Assembly district. This year, Napa resident Irving “Irv” Baum was selected to receive this recognition on behalf of the 4th Assembly District of California.

Assemblymember Dodd’s Bill Providing Earthquake Relief Passes Committee

Wednesday, April 8, 2015

SACRAMENTO – A bill by Assemblymember Bill Dodd (D-Napa) to provide assistance to the communities impacted by the South Napa Earthquake got one step closer to passage on Wednesday, when it cleared the Assembly Governmental Organization Committee with unanimous bipartisan support.

Assemblymember Dodd Resolution to Protect Berryessa Wilderness Passes Legislature

Tuesday, April 7, 2015

SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Bill Dodd’s resolution urging President Obama to create the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument passed the Senate on Monday and is on its way to the President’s desk. The establishment of the Berryessa Snow Mountain region as a national monument would help safeguard the area, enhance visitation, and provide an economic boost to the surrounding communities.

Assemblymember Dodd Alerts Constituents to Free Tax Preparation Assistance

Monday, March 30, 2015

Northern California – With taxes due at midnight on April 15, Assemblymember Bill Dodd (D-Napa) today reminded constituents that assistance is available for many of those needing help with their tax returns.

The California Franchise Tax Board sponsors a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and a Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program to help individuals with limited income and seniors complete their income tax returns. Additionally, the United Way offers assistance through its “Earn It! Keep It! Save It!” program.

Assemblymember Dodd passes Emergency Drought Relief with fellow Legislators

Thursday, March 26, 2015

SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Bill Dodd voted Thursday to enact badly needed drought relief legislation. The package, which was unveiled last week by Governor Brown, Senate President pro Tem de León, and Assembly Speaker Atkins, passed with bipartisan support, and now goes to the Governor for his signature.

“The impacts of the drought have been felt especially hard in our District,” said Assemblymember Dodd. “Passing this emergency drought relief package was a critical move towards protecting our water supply, and consequently, our economic and environmental security.”

Denise Rushing honored as Woman of the Year for 4th Assembly District

Monday, March 9, 2015

SACRAMENTO, CA – Former Lake County Supervisor Denise Rushing was honored Monday in the state Capitol as the 2015 Woman of the Year for the 4th Assembly District. Every year, the state Assembly honors one woman from each of the state’s Assembly Districts who has significantly contributed to her local communities.