State Rep. James Gallagher
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Republicans announce press conference on lowering California gas prices
SACRAMENTO – Tomorrow, ahead of the first committee hearing of the special session on Governor Gavin Newsom’s refinery mandate, Assembly Republicans will hold a press conference to discuss their proposals aimed at lowering gas prices and providing Californians with immediate relief at the pump.
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Assembly Republicans introduce bills aimed at reducing California's high gas prices
SACRAMENTO – As Californians continue to struggle with the highest gas prices in the nation, Assembly Republicans have introduced a series of bills aimed at providing immediate and long-term relief for drivers across the state. This package includes measures to suspend the gas tax without impacting transportation projects, increase transparency on price-setting, and curb overregulation. These proposals stand in contrast to Governor Gavin Newsom’s plans.
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Governors criticize Newsom's policies amid rising gas prices
SACRAMENTO – Despite substantial evidence to the contrary, Governor Newsom maintains that California’s high gas prices result from “Big Oil” price gouging. This issue has extended beyond California, affecting states like Nevada and Arizona.
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Assemblyman James Gallagher announces passage of key legislation awaiting governor's signature
SACRAMENTO – Assemblyman James Gallagher (R-Yuba City) today announced the passage of several critical bills he authored during the 2024 legislative session, which now await the Governor’s signature. These bills address key issues such as educational equity, patient rights, economic opportunity, and energy reliability.
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Gallagher demands probe into end-of-session parliamentary violations
SACRAMENTO – Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (Yuba City) has demanded answers from the Assembly Rules Committee following several parliamentary violations that disrupted debate and caused disorder at the end of the 2024 legislative session.
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Gallagher approves Newsom's veto of subsidies for illegal immigrant homebuyers
SACRAMENTO – Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (Yuba City) has expressed approval of Governor Newsom’s decision to veto AB 1840. The bill would have made illegal immigrants eligible for taxpayer-funded benefits from the CalHFA home buying assistance program.
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Republican lawmakers demand transparency on potential rise in California gas prices
SACRAMENTO – Despite repeated warnings from Republicans and his own administration that Governor Gavin Newsom’s regulations will drive up gas prices, the governor is proceeding with a special session to advance another proposal through the Legislature.
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Newsom disputes GOP gas tax relief plan amid rising fuel costs
SACRAMENTO – After a week of criticism regarding his special session, Governor Gavin Newsom addressed the public on X, claiming that a Republican proposal to suspend California’s gas tax would negatively impact road projects and employment.
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Asm. Joe Patterson criticizes Gov. Newsom's special session on gas prices
Assemblyman Joe Patterson (R-Rocklin) has criticized Governor Gavin Newsom's special session, urging Democrats to reject the governor's proposal which he claims would withhold gas from California drivers. According to Patterson, energy experts within Newsom's administration have warned that this plan could lead to increased prices and supply shortages.
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Gallagher criticizes Governor Newsom's plan to increase gas prices
SACRAMENTO – Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (Yuba City) issued a statement on the introduction of legislation enacting Governor Newsom’s plan to increase gas prices by requiring refiners to withhold fuel from drivers.
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Gallagher criticizes Newsom's special session on fuel regulation
SACRAMENTO – Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher issued a statement in response to Governor Gavin Newsom's call for a special session of the Legislature. The session aims to consider a proposal that mandates refiners withhold fuel from the market.
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Legislative Republicans seek details from Gov. Newsom on fuel storage mandate
SACRAMENTO – In a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom, Legislative Republicans are requesting clarification on the projected impact of his fuel storage mandate proposal on gas prices, strategies to mitigate shortages, and how these new policies will align with existing measures that could increase costs.
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Governor Newsom's refinery storage mandate sparks controversy over potential price hikes
SACRAMENTO – This week, Governor Gavin Newsom introduced a proposal to impose new storage requirements on refineries as part of his campaign to "hold big oil accountable." The Governor has indicated he may call a special session if the Legislature does not pass the proposal promptly.
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Gallagher releases statement on defeat of bill to overturn life sentences
SACRAMENTO – Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher of Yuba City issued a statement following the defeat of SB 94, a bill introduced by Senator Dave Cortese. The bill proposed allowing individuals serving life sentences for violent crimes to seek sentence reductions.
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California Republicans oppose Senate Bill allowing potential release of convicted murderers
SACRAMENTO – Victim advocates and law enforcement joined California Senate and Assembly Republicans today to rally against Senate Bill 94 (D-Cortese) during a press conference at the State Capitol. The proposal, revived by legislative Democrats, would make some of the state’s worst murderers eligible for release. Videos of the press conference and high-resolution photos are available.
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Press conference scheduled against SB 94 allowing parole for convicted murderers
SACRAMENTO – Tomorrow, Thursday, August 22, victim advocates, law enforcement officials, and Legislative Republicans will convene at the State Capitol to voice their opposition to Senate Bill 94 (Cortese). The bill would allow individuals serving life sentences without parole for murder to have their sentences overturned. Critics argue that this could result in some of the most violent offenders being released and compel victims' families to endure parole hearings.
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Gallagher criticizes Newsom after signing public safety bills
SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill package aimed at addressing retail theft. This action follows previous efforts to amend drug, homelessness, and theft reforms under Proposition 36.
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Assembly Republican leader criticizes Governor Newsom's latest gas price proposal
SACRAMENTO – Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher issued a statement criticizing Governor Gavin Newsom's recent proposal aimed at addressing California's high gas prices. Gallagher argued that the proposal, which mandates refiners to stockpile inventory to cushion against price spikes, fails to address the underlying issues contributing to high gas prices in the state.
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California Assembly passes resolution condemning political violence
The California State Assembly has unanimously passed HR 116, a resolution condemning political violence and the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump that occurred on July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania. The resolution, coauthored by 64 members of the Assembly, was introduced by Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (Yuba City) and represents a bipartisan stance against violence in American politics.
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Assembly Republicans condemn actions against Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil
Assembly Republicans today condemned actions taken by Senate Democratic leadership to strip Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil of her committee assignments and take down her official website, affecting nearly 1 million constituents.