California State Senate

NEOTECH PRODUCTS LLC HONORED FOR DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

VALENCIA, Calif., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Neotech was proud to receive two Certificates of Recognition for employing people with disabilities. One from the California State Assembly and one from the California State Senate.

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  • The company and two of its team members were honored during the Santa Clarita Valley Mayor's Committee Luncheon in October.
  • Mayor, Jason Gibbs, served as the Master of Ceremonies for the special gathering celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
  • Nick Abrahms is a full-time employee who celebrated his 16th year of employment at Neotech in 2023.
  • Neotech also employs a part-time team member with Down Syndrome and often teams with local organizations that have work programs for people with disabilities.

Jonathon Nevett and Karen Thiel join Prevent Cancer Foundation board of directors

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Alexandria, Va., Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation® announces the election of Jonathon Nevett and Karen Thiel to the Foundation’s board of directors.

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  • Alexandria, Va., Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation® announces the election of Jonathon Nevett and Karen Thiel to the Foundation’s board of directors.
  • The Prevent Cancer Foundation is proud to welcome these accomplished individuals into their new roles.
  • Mr. Nevett is a cancer survivor and shared what he learned about early detection in a recent blog post for PIR.
  • “We’re thrilled to have Jon and Karen’s expertise as they join our dynamic board and staff to help us achieve better outcomes for all,” said Jody Hoyos, CEO of the Prevent Cancer Foundation.

Triton Global Services At Forefront Of California Firearm Dealer Video Surveillance Requirement

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Triton Global Services, a leading provider of comprehensive security solutions, is excited to announce an initiative to assist all licensed California Firearm Dealers meet new digital surveillance system requirements that become law in California on January 1st, 2024.

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  • Digital surveillance systems as required by California Senate Bill 1384 must be installed and in operation by January 1, 2024
    ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Triton Global Services, a leading provider of comprehensive security solutions, is excited to announce an initiative to assist all licensed California Firearm Dealers meet new digital surveillance system requirements that become law in California on January 1st, 2024.
  • The newly required digital surveillance systems must record all entries and exits to the building, all areas where firearms are displayed, and all points of sale.
  • Surveillance must be sufficient to identify all parties involved in any firearm transactions and must record for 24 hours per day.
  • Triton Global Services, with headquarters in Ontario, CA is coordinating with its offices in Hayward and Sacramento to continue to reach out to local licensed firearm dealers to educate and assist with compliance requirements prior to the upcoming deadline.

AHF Thanks Gov. Newsom for Signing PBM Reform Bill (SB 786, Portantino)

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Sunday, October 8, 2023

AIDS Healthcare Foundation ( AHF ) thanked California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing SB 786, a bill which will make it illegal for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to discriminate against 340B Drug Pricing Program participants.

Key Points: 
  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation ( AHF ) thanked California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing SB 786, a bill which will make it illegal for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to discriminate against 340B Drug Pricing Program participants.
  • AHF also thanked Senator Anthony Portantino (D-Burbank), who authored and successfully carried the bill.
  • SB 786 effectively stops pharmacy benefit managers from being able to pickpocket safety net providers,” said Michael Weinstein, founder and president of AHF.
  • “Reining in PBM abuse remains a nonpartisan issue which continues to pick up steam nationwide.

Governor Newsom Signs AltaSea-Sponsored Wave Energy Legislation into Law

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Saturday, October 7, 2023

The legislation calls for an extensive study and assessment of wave and tidal energy potential off California’s 840-mile coastline.

Key Points: 
  • The legislation calls for an extensive study and assessment of wave and tidal energy potential off California’s 840-mile coastline.
  • “Ocean energy is one of the largest untapped sources of renewable energy, and California is now well-positioned to harness that energy and accelerate our transition to 100% clean energy while creating high-paying jobs.
  • I thank Governor Newsom for signing this important legislation into law,” said Senator Padilla.
  • AltaSea will soon be home to some of California’s first wave energy pilot stations, including Eco Wave Power’s first US onshore wave energy pilot station – the first of its kind built in the United States.

Global Consulting Firm J.S. Held Announces Client Guidance on the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

JERICHO, N.Y., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  Global Consulting Firm J.S. Held announces via Crosscurrents, their platform for sharing expert insights related to environmental, social & governance, an important overview of California Senate Bill 253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act. California Senate Bill 253, anticipated to go into effect in 2026, introduces mandatory climate disclosure requirements for large companies. Beginning in 2026, companies with revenues of more than $1 billion that do business in California will be required to disclose annually Scope 1, 2, and beginning in 2027, Scope 3 emissions.

Key Points: 
  • Held provides technical insights related to California Senate Bill 253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act, mandating carbon reporting for large companies.
  • JERICHO, N.Y., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  Global Consulting Firm J.S.
  • Held announces via Crosscurrents, their platform for sharing expert insights related to environmental, social & governance, an important overview of California Senate Bill 253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act.
  • California Senate Bill 253, anticipated to go into effect in 2026, introduces mandatory climate disclosure requirements for large companies.

Landmark Wave Energy Legislation Heads to California Governor Newsom’s Desk after Unanimously Passing California Legislature

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

The bill now heads to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk for his consideration.

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  • The bill now heads to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk for his consideration.
  • “Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals,” said Senator Padilla.
  • “SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.
  • “SB 605 is a landmark piece of legislation that continues to demonstrate California’s leadership in renewable energy,” said Eco Wave Power Founder & CEO Inna Braverman.

Historic Wave Energy Legislation Unanimously Passes California Legislature & Heads to Governor Newsom's Desk

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.
  • Once signed into law by Governor Newsom, SB 605 will become the first legislation in America focused on the study, assessment, and promotion of wave energy.
  • "Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals," said Senator Padilla.
  • "SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.

Historic Wave Energy Legislation Unanimously Passes California Legislature & Heads to Governor Newsom's Desk

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.
  • Once signed into law by Governor Newsom, SB 605 will become the first legislation in America focused on the study, assessment, and promotion of wave energy.
  • "Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals," said Senator Padilla.
  • "SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.

PBM Reform Bill Heads to California Governor With Unanimous Support, says AHF

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

The bill, now on its way to Governor Gavin Newsom for signature, received zero “no” votes in both chambers and has broad support from the California Hospital Association, the California Pharmacists Association, and the California Primary Care Association, among others.

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  • The bill, now on its way to Governor Gavin Newsom for signature, received zero “no” votes in both chambers and has broad support from the California Hospital Association, the California Pharmacists Association, and the California Primary Care Association, among others.
  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) authored the legislation, which when signed, will make California the 30th state to outlaw discriminatory reimbursement by PBMs.
  • “Thousands of healthcare providers and their patients across California will benefit from this legislation which stops pharmacy benefit managers from pickpocketing safety net providers,” said Laura Boudreau, AHF Chief of Operations.
  • “SB 786 will set additional oversight on pharmacy benefit managers to protect services for California’s rural and most vulnerable communities.