Senator Anthony J. Portantino’s (D – La Cañada Flintridge) post release services referral program bill SB 620 has been signed by Governor Newsom. The bill was suggested and sponsored by the Pasadena Police Department and would allow local law enforcement agencies to share access to helpful information to those under supervised release and help connect them…
Pasadena Rose Queen Louise Deser Siskel Named 25th State Senate District Woman of the Year
California State Senator Anthony J. Portantino has selected Rose Queen Louise Deser Siskel of San Marino as the 25th State Senate District 2019 Woman of the Year. Every year the California State Legislature honors one woman from each district in a ceremony. This year, Senator Portantino was honored that Ms. Siskel agreed to proudly represent the 25th Senate…
Governor Signs Suicide Prevention Bill Authored by Pasadena Area Senator
Governor Jerry Brown signed SB 972, suicide prevention legislation authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino. “I would like to thank Governor Brown for signing SB 972 and his support on this important issue. As a father and a legislator, the safety of our children continues to be a priority. My hope is to foster an open dialogue about…
Senator Portantino Honors Luke Walker’s Barber & Beauty Care from Pasadena as ‘Small Business of the Year’
Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D–La Cañada Flintridge) welcomed and honored Luke Walker and his family as the Small Business of the Year at the California State Capitol. Each year, one business from each Senate District is recognized by the California Small Business Association. Senator Portantino chose Luke Walker’s Barber Shop & Beauty Care shop from…
Sen. Portantino Recognizes 10 Women of the Year From SD-25
On Sunday, March 26, Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) had the privilege of honoring ten exemplary women from Senate District 25 in the courtyard of Pasadena City Hall. The California State Legislature first recognized March as Women’s History Month in 1987 and has continued the tradition. Each year members of the…