Governor Newsom Signs Bennett's Bill for Wildfire Backup Power in Ventura County
(SACRAMENTO) – Assemblymember Bennett's AB 367 has been signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. The bill increases preparation by Ventura County water suppliers for wildfires.
For Veterans Living in Ventura County
Are you a veteran living in Ventura County? Please make sure you're aware of all the federal, state and local benefits you are eligible for. The County's Veteran Services Agency is a great resource to visit. You can access their website here: https://www.ventura.org/human-services-agency/veteran-services, and thank you for your service to our nation.
2025 Coastal Cleanup Day
My office, in partnership with Coastal Keepers and Oxnard City Corps, invited constituents to The Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day.
California Puppy Mill Crackdown: Three bills Await Gov. Newsom's Signature
Assembly Bill 506, introduced by Assemblymember Steve Bennett of Ventura County, voids contracts with non-refundable deposits or those that don't disclose the pet's origin or medical history. It also requires sellers to refund buyers within 30 days if the contract is voided.
"We're trying to make it clear that nonrefundable deposits are illegal, and then we're also requiring that all the appropriate information come with the animal from the other state when the animal is actually delivered," Bennett said.
Nonprofit Town Hall
Assemblymember Steve Bennett, Senator Limón and community partners came together for a Nonprofit Town Hall. Attendees received the latest updates on state legislation and learned how the budget impacts the nonprofit sector. Keynote speaker Geoff Green, CEO of CalNonprofits, shared insights on policy and advocacy opportunities for your organization.
CA Legislative Central Coast Caucus Releases Statement on Immigration Raids on Central Coast
The California Legislative Central Coast Caucus (CLCCC) released the following statement on ICE raids in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties:
New State Oversight Board's Report Highlights Need to Improve Nonprofit Contracting Practices in California. Two Bills Pending in California State Senate Deserve Governor's Support
SACRAMENTO – A new report from the state's leading oversight agency offers revealing data about the significant challenges nonprofits face in accessing and managing state funds and underscores the need to enact two pending bills.
Senior Scam Stopper in Ventura
Assemblymember Steve Bennett hosted a Senior Scam Stopper in Ventura, California.
Nonprofit of the Year
Assemblymember Bennett honored Community Action Ventura County as the District 38 Nonprofit of the Year.
