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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.

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.

Susy Lopez, Executive Director of Community Action Ventura County, speaks with an attendee.
Dena Jenson of CalLutheran Center for Nonprofit Leadership commences the program.
Dr. Cesar Morales, Superintendent of the County of Ventura’s Office of Education provides welcome remarks.
Assemblymember Steve Bennett provides remarks.
Assemblymember Steve Bennett (middle) in a group photo with 2025 Nonprofit sof the Year Community Action of Ventura County Executive Director Susy Lopez (left) and Westminster Free Clinic Executive Director Lisa Safaeinili.
Audience applauds for recognition of Nonprofits of the Year.
Guest speaker Assemblymember Gregg Hart provides remarks.
Keynote speaker Geoff Green, CEO of CalNonprofits, provides State of the Nonprofit Sector.
Keynote speaker Geoff Green, CEO of CalNonprofits, provides State of the Nonprofit Sector.
Assemblymember Bennett (left) poses for a group photo.
Group photo of main organizers with attendee.
Community Action of Ventura County poses with their framed Nonprofit of the Year Resolution from Assemblymember Steve Bennett. Gabe Teran, board member (left). Susy Lopez, Executive Director (right).
Westminster Free Clinic poses with their framed Nonprofit of the Year Resolution from Senator Monique Limón. Lisa Safaeinili, Executive Director (middle) carries the Resolution.

Nonprofit of the Year

Assemblymember Bennett honored Community Action Ventura County as the District 38 Nonprofit of the Year.

Asm. Bennett honoring Community Action Ventura County on the Assembly Floor