As California grapples with its latest drought-flood cycle challenges, the importance of local and regional strategies to effectively manage and store floodwaters has become increasingly evident. In response to this pressing need, the California Department of Conservation's Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program has allocated $8.89 million to the East Turlock Groundwater Sustainability Agency (ETGSA). Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil proudly announced this much-needed funding today, emphasizing its significance in ensuring stable water supplies.
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[Sacramento, June 21, 2023] - Today, Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson) is pleased to announce that SB 624, a bill aimed at safeguarding the funding for California fairs, has successfully passed the Assembly Agricultural Committee. The bill seeks to enhance an existing fund source for California's network of fairs, providing vital financial support for fair projects related to public health and safety, infrastructure, deferred maintenance, and reinvestment into the state fairs.
State Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil is pleased to announce that the City of Modesto has been awarded approximately $3.2 million in funds from the Urban Community Drought Relief Grant Program (UCDRP) through the Department of Water Resources (DWR). This significant grant will support crucial water conservation and infrastructure improvement projects, benefiting the constituents of Modesto and paving the way for long-term solutions in anticipation of dry conditions.
State Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil is pleased to announce the investment of $1,500,000 in funding through the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Fairground and Community Resilience Centers Program. The allocation will upgrade the kitchen facilities and multipurpose concession stands at the Amador County Fairgrounds.
State Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil is pleased to recognize Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference as the Nonprofit of the Year for California Senate District 4. The distinguished award was presented during the annual Nonprofit of the Year initiative, which allows each California state legislator to choose an outstanding organization within their district. The culminating event, California Nonprofits Day, featured a celebratory luncheon at the Capitol on June 7.
Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson) has made remarkable strides in combating organized crime linked to the illegal fentanyl trade. Yesterday, the Senate passed her bill, SB 226, with a vote of 36 to 0. This bill classifies the possession of fentanyl while carrying a loaded firearm as a felony.
Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson), a champion for children's rights, has achieved a significant victory in her fight to preserve funding for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program. Through her leadership and bipartisan efforts, Senator Alvarado-Gil successfully led a joint request supported by 41 lawmakers from both houses and parties, urging the Appropriations Committee to reject Governor Newsom's proposed $40 million funding cut to the CASA program.
Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson) is pleased with the result of a bipartisan effort through the Problem Solvers Caucus to obtain $40 million in flood prevention funding for the San Joaquin River. This success resulted from Governor Newsom's decision to fulfill the Caucus's budget in the May Revise. This funding was initially proposed to be cut in the Governor's January budget proposal.