Gavin Newsom Impresses California With Big Announcement

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced several bills to accelerate infrastructure projects...

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Governor Gavin Newsom signed several bills into law to help build a 100% clean electric grid, ensure safe drinking water, increase the state's water supply, and modernize public transportation across California.

Here's what Governor Gavin Newsom said in a speech:

“For decades, infrastructure projects critical to our future have stalled because of a pervasive mindset of ‘no.’ With this legislation, California is saying ‘yes’ to building the clean energy, safe drinking water and transportation projects we need to deliver on our world-leading climate action. Now it’s time to roll up our sleeves and build California’s future.”

“This year, we were faced with challenge and opportunity — the challenge of a tough economy and needing to protect California’s progress with our budget, and the opportunity to streamline and build the infrastructure our state needs for the future," said Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins.

"Thanks to the tireless dedication of our Senate Budget Chair and subcommittee chairs and our Senate Working Group on Infrastructure and Workforce Equity, and the partnership of our Assembly colleagues and Governor Newsom, we successfully met those goals," continued Atkins. "We have passed a responsible, equitable budget and finalized a legislative package on infrastructure that maintains California’s values on the environment and climate preparedness, while at the same time builds for our future and creates a place where working families can access quality jobs.”

“This budget is representative of all Californians and provides opportunity to those who need help the most," said Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas. "Despite economic headwinds, it sustains and protects our schools, working families and more. And it keeps an eye on the future, by maintaining our historic reserves. The legislative package on infrastructure, as well, strikes a crucial balance: spurring future growth and good-paying jobs while defending our environment. I want to extend my gratitude to Governor Newsom for his leadership, to our Senate colleagues and to our Assembly Caucus and staff who delivered this responsible, inclusive and equitable budget for all Californians.”

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