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Name Accuracy Act Regarding Diacritical Marks Passes the California Legislature
The California Legislature today approved AB 64, which restores the ability for Californians to include diacritical marks – including accents, tildes and umlauts – on vital records such as birth, marriage, and death certificates.
The Name Accuracy Act Passes Major Legislative Hurdle
Legislation allowing California residents to include accents, umlauts, tildes and other diacritical marks on vital records, such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage licenses, was approved by the Assembly Appropriations Committee today.
Assemblywoman Pacheco, Students and the Campaign for California Borrowers’ Rights coalition unveil the Increasing Institutional Debt Transparency and Protecting Students Act
SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblywoman Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey) today introduced AB 850, known as the Increasing Institutional Debt Transparency and Protecting Students Act, which addresses debts students owe directly to their college or university, called institutional debt.
California Lawmakers Announce Legislation to Strengthen Penalties for Looting, Impersonation of Emergency Personnel During Wildfires and Other Emergencies
LOS ANGELES, CA – Today, Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D - Encino), Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco (D - Downey), and Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D - Thousand Oaks) announced the introduction of Assembly Bill 469, bipartisan legislation that provides law enforcement with better tools to crack down on looting and imp
New Legislation Introduced on Police K9s
(SACRAMENTO) – Today, Assemblywoman Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey), introduced new legislation to standardize the use of police K9s across California.
Assemblywoman Pacheco proposes legislation to allow Californians to include diacritical marks on vital records
SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblywoman Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey) today introduced AB 64, the Identity Integrity Act, which would allow for residents of California to include accents, umlauts, tildes and other diacritical marks on vital records, such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage licenses.
Assemblywoman Pacheco Proposes Legislation to Protect Electrical and Natural Gas Corporation Customers from Increased Costs
SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblywoman Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey) today introduced AB 61, the Ratepayer Protection Act, legislation aimed at safeguarding California's electricity and natural gas customers.
Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco to Host Backpack Giveaway Event
Downey, CA -- Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey) will distribute free backpacks and school supplies to students in Downey on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 3-5 p.m.
Student Loan Protections Bill Passes Major Legislative Hurdle
SACRAMENTO, CA – Legislation to provide consumer protections for students with institutional debt – debt owed to an institution of higher education – was approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee today, sending the bill to the Senate Appropriations Committee.