Ward Bill to Increase Substance Use Disorder Counselor Workforce Passes Assembly Health Committee
(SACRAMENTO,CA) – More than 100,000 overdose deaths occurred in the United States in 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Bill to Increase Compensation and Improve Diversity for Civil Grand Juries Passes Assembly Committee
(SACRAMENTO,CA) – Civil grand juries play a key role in holding municipal government bodies accountable, but far too often, racial and ethnic minorities are under-represented in their makeup.
Assemblymember Ward Introduces the California Housing Speculation Act to Address Skyrocketing Home Prices
(SAN DIEGO, CA) – California housing speculation is hurting working class individuals and families, making it nearly impossible for them to purchase a home.
Bill to Establish Statewide “Community Solar and Storage Program” Introduced by Assemblymember Ward
(SACRAMENTO,CA) – California has made significant strides to move toward green energy solutions to fight climate change and achieve our 100% clean energy goal with over 20% of the state’s generation coming from solar.
Assemblymember Ward Introduces Bill to Ensure Pharmacists Provide Culturally Competent Care
(SACRAMENTO,CA) – Members of the LGBTQ+ community often face barriers when receiving healthcare, including fear, stigma and discrimination. Consistent training is needed to help pharmacists cater to the unique needs of individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ when receiving medication.
Assemblymember Ward Introduces Bill to Solicit Environmental Knowledge from Native American Tribes
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – As California works toward its goal to preserve 30% of land and coastal water by 2030, current conservation efforts do not include input from Native American tribes.
Assemblymember Ward Introduces Legislation to Repair and Maintain Local California Bridges
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – More than half of California’s bridges are damaged and in need of repair. Today, Assemblymember Chris Ward (D-San Diego) has introduced AB 2120 to ensure local governments receive enough funding to preve
Assemblymember Ward Introduces Bill to Improve Diversity in Civil Grand Juries
(SACRAMENTO,CA) – Civil grand juries play an important role in California’s criminal justice system and help provide municipal oversight. However, they are not always representative of the demographics of a particular area.
Assemblymember Chris Ward Issues Statement on State Auditor's Report on Deaths in San Diego County Jails
(SACRAMENTO, CA) — “Today’s report from the California State Auditor’s Office confirms what many in the community have inferred and raised concerns about,” said Assemblymember Chris Ward (D-San Diego).