State Senator Shannon Grove (CA)
Recent News About State Senator Shannon Grove (CA)
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Senator Grove announces passage of ethical energy bills
Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) announced the passage of two bills to encourage the ethical use of energy in California.Senate Bill 1087, which passed the Senate Energy Committee by a 17-0 vote, aims to promote the production of environmentally responsible oil in California.Regarding the ethical use of cobalt in electric vehicles, Senator Grove emphasized, "Most of the cobalt used in electric vehicle batteries is mined by children in the Congo, some as young as 6 years old." She added, "At a bare minimum, I think we can all agree forced child labor is wrong....
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Senator Grove announces school choice measure, flexible spending for flexible learning
Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) is proud to announce Senate Bill 1203 and Senate Constitutional Amendment 9, companion measures that will establish the Education Flex Account Act of 2024. This forward-thinking legislation aims to improve K-12 education in California by providing parents and students with greater choice in selecting the school that best meets their educational needs."This legislation represents a critical step towards providing California families, including families with special education students, with the educational options they need and...
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Senate Public Safety Committee Rejects Sen. Grove’s Measure to Make Purchasing a Child for Sex a Felony
Senator Shannon Grove's efforts to pass Senate Bill 1414 (SB 1414), aimed at strengthening protections for minor victims of commercial sex exploitation, faced a setback as the Senate Public Safety Committee rejected her proposal. The committee, instead, introduced amendments to the bill without Senator Grove's consent, altering the severity of penalties for those involved in purchasing children for sex.Expressing her disappointment, Senator Grove stated, "I was blindsided when they amended my bill without my consent." She emphasized the importance of protecting children...
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Senator Shannon Grove's children protection measure passes out of committee
Senator Shannon Grove's bipartisan legislation, Senate Bill 1043, known as the Accountability in Children’s Treatment (ACT) measure, successfully passed out of the Senate Human Services Committee. The bill aims to enhance transparency in the care of children and young adults living in facilities licensed by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS).Celebrity advocate Paris Hilton, who supports the measure through her nonprofit organization 11:11 Media Impact, joined Senator Grove in Sacramento for the bill presentation. Hilton, a survivor of the 'Troubled Teen...
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Senator Shannon Grove and Celebrity Advocate Paris Hilton Announce Children’s Protection Measure
Senator Shannon Grove and Paris Hilton have introduced a bipartisan measure, SB 1043, aimed at increasing transparency in youth facilities licensed by the California Department of Social Services. The Accountability in Children’s Treatment (ACT) measure will require information on the use of restraints and seclusion rooms to be accessible to the public.Paris Hilton, a survivor of the 'Troubled Teen Industry,' expressed her pride in partnering with Senator Shannon Grove on this important initiative. She stated, “I look forward to collaborating with all members of the...
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Senator Grove Recognizes Donnette Silva Carter as Tulare County Woman of the Year
Senator Shannon Grove has named Donnette Silva Carter, the Chief Executive Officer of the Tulare Chamber of Commerce, as the 2024 Tulare County Woman of the Year. Senator Grove expressed her admiration for Carter's dedication to business development and community enhancement in Tulare, stating, “Her steadfast leadership and commitment to fostering economic growth have significantly contributed to the prosperity and well-being of our region.”In response to receiving the honor, Donnette Silva Carter expressed humility and gratitude, attributing the recognition to the hard...
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Senator Grove announces ethical energy bills
Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) has introduced three bills in California aimed at promoting ethical energy practices in the state. The bills focus on issues such as lithium mining, carbon emissions from foreign oil transportation, and the ethical sourcing of raw materials for electric vehicles.In a statement, Senator Grove emphasized the importance of ensuring responsible energy production, stating, “We need an ethical approach to our energy production, and that starts with ensuring our imports are produced responsibly and maximizing our domestic production.”One...
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Supporters Rally Behind SB 1414 to Protect Children
Supporters of Senate Bill 1414 are calling for action to protect children from harm. The petition, titled "Not. One. More. Child. Sign the Petition to Support SB 1414," is gaining traction and support from concerned citizens across the state.One supporter emphasized the importance of the petition, stating, "We cannot afford to lose any more children to preventable tragedies. SB 1414 is a crucial step in ensuring the safety and well-being of our youth."The bill, which aims to implement stricter regulations to safeguard children, has garnered attention and advocacy from...