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California Republicans announce new legislation targeting affordability issues

Assembly Republicans are set to hold a press conference on February 26 at 8:30 a.m. to introduce a legislative package addressing California's affordability crisis.

By Chico Times | Feb 25, 2025

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Gallagher supports Trump's $200M funding boost for Sites Reservoir project

Assemblyman James Gallagher has expressed approval for the Trump administration's decision to allocate an additional $200 million towards the Sites Reservoir project in Colusa County.

By Chico Times | Feb 25, 2025

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California assembly blocks GOP bid against gas price hike

By Chico Times | Feb 24, 2025

Today in Sacramento, Assembly Democrats aligned with the Newsom administration to block a legislative effort aimed at preventing an increase in gas prices.

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California lawmakers criticize FAIR Plan surcharge amid rising wildfire costs

By Chico Times | Feb 12, 2025

Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher and Assemblyman David Tangipa have voiced opposition to recent changes in the California FAIR Plan, which may lead to increased insurance rates for homeowners.

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Republican lawmakers seek federal help against California's natural gas appliance bans

By Chico Times | Feb 10, 2025

California Legislative Republicans have requested federal intervention to address state and local initiatives that aim to ban natural gas.

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California bill proposes major cut to electricity rates

By Chico Times | Feb 6, 2025

Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher has put forward a new bill aimed at reducing electricity rates in California by at least 30%.

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Newsom's special session draws criticism over immigrant defense funding

By Chico Times | Feb 5, 2025

In Sacramento, a special legislative session convened by Governor Gavin Newsom has sparked controversy and political debate.

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Assembly Democrats reject GOP proposals on fund use restrictions

By Chico Times | Feb 3, 2025

In Sacramento, a recent series of votes highlighted a division between Assembly Democrats and Republicans over the use of taxpayer funds.

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Republicans block vote on controversial $50 million legal fund

By Chico Times | Jan 30, 2025

Assembly Republicans have halted a vote on a proposed $50 million fund intended for legal actions against the federal government.

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Assembly Republicans introduce new legislation targeting wildfire issues

By Chico Times | Jan 28, 2025

Today, Assembly Republicans in Sacramento introduced a set of legislative proposals aimed at enhancing California's wildfire prevention, response, and recovery strategies.

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Gallagher joins Trump in talks on wildfire relief and prevention

By Chico Times | Jan 25, 2025

Yesterday, Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher joined President Donald Trump and other leaders in a roundtable discussion addressing wildfire relief and prevention in Southern California.

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Assembly Democrats reject $1 billion wildfire prevention funding proposal

By Chico Times | Jan 23, 2025

Today, Assembly Republicans in Sacramento proposed an amendment to the existing budget, aiming to secure $1 billion for wildfire prevention.

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EDA awards $720,000 in grants for economic development projects in Butte County in 2023

By Chico Times | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $720,000 in grants for economic development projects in Butte County, California.

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Butte County extends debris removal program deadlines amid resident enrollment concerns

By Chico Times | Jan 17, 2025

The Butte County Board of Supervisors has extended the deadline for submitting a Right-of-Entry permit for the State-led Debris and Hazard Tree Removal Program.

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Republicans urge action on wildfires and insurance stabilization

By Chico Times | Jan 13, 2025

Following Monday's Assembly floor session, Legislative Republicans are set to hold a press conference in Sacramento.

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Legislative Republicans urge swift action on wildfire prevention and insurance

By Chico Times | Jan 13, 2025

Today, Legislative Republicans expressed approval for the decision to consider wildfire relief and prevention legislation in a special session of the California Legislature.

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Gallagher criticizes Democrats' $50 million plan amid wildfire crisis

By Chico Times | Jan 12, 2025

SACRAMENTO – Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher has expressed his concerns regarding a recent agreement reached by Governor Newsom and legislative Democrats.

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California Republicans urge Governor Newsom for special session on wildfires

By Chico Times | Jan 11, 2025

Legislative Republicans in California have called on Governor Gavin Newsom to convene a special legislative session.

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Assembly Republicans criticize Newsom's budget preview

By Chico Times | Jan 6, 2025

Today, Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher and Assembly Budget Committee Vice Chair Heath Flora addressed Governor Newsom's budget preview in Sacramento.

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Butte County invites public to re-elected officials' swearing-in ceremony

By Chico Times | Jan 2, 2025

Butte County has announced an oath of office ceremony for its re-elected officials.