Congressman Sherman To Host Town Hall
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY,CA — On Sunday, August 28, 2011, Congressman Sherman will hear constituents’ views and answer questions on the economy, taxes, the national debt, education, Social Security and Medicare…
Ron Galperin Named President of L.A. Quality and Productivity Commission
Ron Galperin has been elected President of the City of L.A. Quality and Productivity Commission – a 15-member panel charged with encouraging innovation and efficiency in Los Angeles city government.…
House Passes Budget/Debt Compromise
This legislation creates a two-step process for the president to increase the statutory debt limit by a minimum of $2.1 trillion, and as much as $2.4 trillion, following the enactment…
An Important Reform to Ballot Box Budgeting
By Assemblyman Mike Gatto Good lawmaking requires good information. As a legislator, I have access to in-depth analyses, often from several different points-of-view, on just about every measure I consider…
VICA Announces Reform Package
SHERMAN OAKS, CA — The Valley Industry & Commerce Association’s (VICA) is proposing eight reforms to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) that would streamline the environmental approval process, create…
Assemblyman Mike Gatto Honors Glendale Community Leader
Sacramento, CA – Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles) honored Khoa Nquyen as Veteran of the Year for the 43rd Assembly District. Mr. Nguyen returned to Glendale after serving his country…
VICA Supports Bridge for Tax Extensions
The VICA board of directors voted at its June 23 meeting (hosted by New Horizons) to support an extension of current tax rates until a special election can be held…
Assemblyman Mike Gatto’s Bill Passes State Assembly
Sacramento , CA — Last week, the California State Assembly passed AB 1369, authored by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles) by a 62-0 vote. The legislation would prevent those engaging…
Assembly Moves to Restore Tax Help for Seniors and Disabled
SACRAMENTO, CA — The California State Assembly unanimously passed legislation authored by Assemblymember Bob Blumenfield (DSan Fernando Valley) to restore a vital property tax assistance program for seniors and Californians…
Beating the Odds: Gatto’s Local Speed Limits Bill Passes Assembly Unanimously
SACRAMENTO, CA – Last week, AB 529 authored by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles) passed the Assembly Floor by a unanimous bipartisan vote of 71-0. The bill, which addresses speeding…