September 2024 -- District Report
A Message from Bill Dodd
Dear Neighbor,
Fall’s arrival marks the end of another busy legislative session. It was bittersweet for me – it was my last since I’m leaving office at the end of this year.
At the Capitol, a number of my bills advanced to address important issues such as wildfire safety, elder fraud protection and artificial intelligence regulation. Some measures have already been signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom while others are on his desk and await his pen by Sept. 30.
My final virtual town hall is Nov. 12. State and local leaders will join me in discussing the year ahead. We will take your questions.
As always, I'm eager to hear your ideas and am available to help you with state agencies. You can contact me by visiting my website or by calling my offices.
In this Issue:
Sincerely,
Senator, 3rd District
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Week
In recognition of the critical role the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta plays in California’s economy and environment, I designated the last week of September as Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Week.
The Delta is a cherished watershed and the very lifeblood of California’s water system. It is vital to our state as both a natural resource teeming with abundant wildlife and fish and a vital economic driver for tourism, recreation and Delta farmers. We must continue to protect it for future generations by preventing pollution and further marshland degradation and promoting its environmental health.
Senate Concurrent Resolution 119 establishes Delta Week, which kicks off Sept. 23.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month
With dual emergencies in the coronavirus pandemic and unprecedented wildfires, it is a good time to remember our shared responsibility to protect ourselves. It’s also helpful to note important services offered by California Office of Emergency Services, Cal Fire and Department of Public Health.
COVID-19: Wear a mask. Practice social distancing. Avoid gatherings. Stay home if you feel sick. Details are here https://covid19.ca.gov/
Wildfires: Register for disaster alerts. Create a defensible space around your home. Pack a go-bag in case of an evacuation. More useful tips: https://www.readyforwildfire.org/
Cal-OES: https://www.caloes.ca.gov/ICESite/Pages/Preparedness-Month.aspx
Recognizing the value of properly installed car and booster seats in safeguarding children, we passed a resolution designating the third week of September as Child Passenger Safety Week.
We know that putting in car seats correctly can save lives. All too often they are improperly installed and children are injured or even killed. My hope is to bring awareness to this situation and prevent the future tragic loss of life.
During Child Passenger Safety Week, AAA and the California Highway Patrol will encourage people to sign up for their free car seat inspections.
The resolution as sponsored by AAA Northern California with the support of public safety advocates and the Automobile Club of Southern California.
Here is some of the latest news coverage in the district that may be of interest to you. As always, please contact my office if you have any questions about state policy or want to express your position or ideas for legislation.