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Airline Trade Group: Orange County tourism threatened by proposed credit card regulations
New credit card regulations pending in the U.S. Senate could threaten California’s $134.4 billion tourism industry by eliminating airline credit cards and reward points for travelers, said Marli Collier, managing director at Airlines for America (A4A).
Steel, Correa Introduce Resolution Commemorating 49th Anniversary of Black April and The Fall of Saigon
Reps. Michelle Steel and Lou Correa have introduced a bipartisan House Resolution recognizing the 49th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon and the tragic collapse of the Republic of Vietnam. The resolution aims to honor the service members and individuals impacted by the events of the Vietnam War. Steel, representing Orange County's Little Saigon, expressed her pride in introducing the resolution, stating, "Black April is a time to reflect upon the tragic Fall of Saigon, remember the lives lost to Communism, and recommit ourselves to the struggle for democracy." Correa,...
Steel, Morelle Introduce Bill to Preserve Key Pro-Innovation Tax Provision
Reps. Michelle Steel (R-CA) and Joe Morelle (D-NY) have collaborated to introduce the Growing and Preserving Innovation in America Act. The purpose of this bill is to permanently preserve a vital pro-innovation tax rate that was established in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA).The TCJA implemented a deduction rate of 37.5% for foreign-derived intangible income (FDII), aiming to incentivize U.S. companies to repatriate valuable intellectual property and reinvest it domestically for future development. Concerns have arisen due to the Biden Administration's indication of...
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- Senator Janet Nguyen to Host Bipartisan Press Conference on Animal Rights Legislation
Senator Janet Nguyen to Host Bipartisan Press Conference on Animal Rights Legislation
Senator Janet Nguyen (R-Huntington Beach) is set to host a bipartisan press conference to discuss her animal rights legislative package before presenting it in the Senate Business, Professions, and Economic Development Committee. The press conference, scheduled for Monday, April 22 at 9:30 a.m., will focus on Senate Bill 1478 and Senate Bill 1459, which target the treatment of animals at shelters.Joining Senator Nguyen at the press conference will be Senator Josh Newman (D-Fullerton) and Dr. Kate Hurley, Director of the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program.The event...
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Bipartisan Resolution Urges Biden Admin to Protect North Korean Defectors
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A bipartisan resolution has been introduced by Rep. Michelle Steel (CA-45) alongside Reps. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), Young Kim (R-CA), and Anthony D’Esposito (R-NY), urging the Biden Administration and international allies to address the human rights crisis facing North Koreans in China.Representative Michelle Steel emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "As North Korea and the CCP aggressively hunt for defectors, innocent North Koreans searching for freedom, like my parents did so many years ago, need our help now more than...
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Senator Janet Nguyen Hosts Ceremony and Flyover, Introducing Officer Nicholas Vella Memorial Highway
Senator Janet Nguyen unveiled a highway memorial sign today for fallen Huntington Beach police helicopter pilot Officer Nicholas Vella, officially establishing Beach Boulevard through Huntington Beach as “Officer Nicholas Vella Memorial Highway.”The event was marked with a helicopter flyover by the Orange County Sheriff’s Department and a eulogy by Huntington Beach police Chaplain Roger Wing.In a statement, Senator Janet Nguyen expressed, “Nick died doing what he loved – patrolling the skies. I know this won’t ever erase the pain of losing such a hero, but now millions...
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### Steel Brings Over $27 Million Back to Southern California
Rep. Michelle Steel (R-CA) has successfully secured over $27 million in funding for various projects in Southern California's 45th District. The funding, included in the U.S. House of Representatives Fiscal Year 2024 package, will support key infrastructure and public safety needs in the region.In a statement, Rep. Steel emphasized the importance of the projects, stating, “These projects provide much needed upgrades to our communities from law enforcement facilities to critical water and transportation infrastructure.”Local officials expressed gratitude for the funding...
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Ceremony and Flyover to Unveil Highway Memorial for Fallen Huntington Beach Police Officer
A ceremony will be held to honor Officer Nicholas Vella, the fallen Huntington Beach police officer who tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash over the ocean on Feb. 19, 2022. The event, which will be presided over by Senator Janet Nguyen (R-Huntington Beach), aims to pay tribute to Officer Vella's service and sacrifice.Senator Janet Nguyen introduced legislation (ACR 62) to create two freestanding signs on Beach Boulevard, dedicated as Officer Nicholas Vella Memorial Highway. The unveiling of the memorial highway sign is set to take place on the Beach Boulevard...
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Steel, Chavez-DeRemer, Ciscomani Introduce Resolution to Support Protection of IVF Treatments
Reps. Michelle Steel, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and Juan Ciscomani have introduced a resolution in support of in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments, aimed at providing assistance to individuals facing infertility challenges. Steel, who personally experienced the benefits of IVF, expressed her strong support for the treatment, highlighting its role in helping over 8 million babies come into the world.Chavez-DeRemer, emphasizing the importance of IVF as a safe and effective healthcare option for couples struggling with infertility, stressed the need for its protection and...
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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA: International Graduate Students - Cook N' Connect to be held January 7
International Graduate Students - Cook N' Connect!
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SANTA ANA COLLEGE: Stress Management Skills - Wellness Workshop to be held January 6
Stress Management Skills - Wellness Workshop
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LAGUNA COLLEGE OF ARTS: LCAD BFA Fine Arts Senior Exhibition to be held January 10
LCAD BFA Fine Arts Senior Exhibition
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ORANGE COAST COLLEGE: Winter Intersession 2021 Begins to be held January 4
Winter Intersession 2021 Begins
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PISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT: Special Board Meeting: Closed Session (immediately followed by Open Session) to be held January 7
Special Board Meeting: Closed Session (immediately followed by Open Session)