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Sen. Moorlach applauds release of documents of harassment and abuse

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Editor Posted in California, John Moorlach, State Assembly, State Senate Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 2, 2018

Contact: John Seiler: 714-662-6050, john.seiler@sen.ca.gov

Sacramento, CA – “I have been asking for months, since the many substantial claims of sexual harassment and assault poured out of Hollywood, that the California Legislature do better to address the subsidies we are sending to what looks to be a very depraved industry. It was not long after that similar accusations of sexual misconduct were made regarding colleagues in the State Legislature, leading to the resignation of two Assemblymembers and the suspension of a Senator. Something needs to change. Continue reading→

Sen. Moorlach slams Gov. Brown for signing the new State Sanctuary law

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Editor Posted in California, Immigrants, Jerry Brown, John Moorlach, Orange County 1 Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Seiler: 714-662-6050

California Sen. John Moorlach on Gov. Jerry Brown signing Senate Bill 54:

Secession seems to be in the air. On Sunday, 90 percent of Catalonia voters chose to secede from Spain. Last June, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra authorized signature gathering to put a California Secession initiative on the Nov. 2018 ballot.

So it’s not surprising that today Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law Senate Bill 54, which effectively declares California has seceded from the United States on major parts of immigration-law enforcement. Continue reading→

The CA State GOP Caucus pushes back against Gov. Brown’s Cap-and-Trade

Posted on July 16, 2017 by Editor Posted in California, Energy, Environmental, Jerry Brown, John Moorlach, Tax Credits Leave a comment

Cap-and-Trade Letter Stating Concerns Sent to Governor Brown

SACRAMENTO, CA — After a whirlwind of discussions thanks to Gov. Brown’s legislative cram down, the Senate Republican Caucus delivered him a letter voicing concerns about the detrimental effects of his proposed cap-and-trade policy.

Below are excerpts: Continue reading→

Senator Moorlach responds to the CA Governor’s 2017-18 budget proposal

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Editor Posted in Budget Crisis, California, Jerry Brown, John Moorlach, Republican Party Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Amanda Smith (714) 662-6050

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 Amanda.Smith@sen.ca.gov

Senator Moorlach Responds to Governor’s 2017-18 Budget Proposal

California Families Deserve Better Fiscal Leadership

SACRAMENTO – Senator John Moorlach (R-Costa Mesa) released the following statement today regarding Governor Jerry Brown’s 2017-18 state budget proposal:

“I appreciate that the Governor continues to watch our state’s spending. I concur that even a mild recession will jeopardize the ability to balance the budget. However, California’s unfunded debts and deferred maintenance costs are growing. And the majority party is not addressing them. Where are the budget increases to address the state’s roads? Where is the leadership to address retiree pension and health care costs? Where is the fiscal discipline? Continue reading→

Senator Moorlach to host a Christmas Open House on Dec. 14

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Editor Posted in Costa Mesa, John Moorlach Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, December 12, 2016

Contact: Amanda Smith (714) 662-6050, Amanda.Smith@sen.ca.gov

Senator Moorlach to Host Christmas Open House in Costa Mesa on December 14

WHO: Senator Moorlach (R-Costa Mesa), local elected officials, community leaders and residents of Senate District 37.

WHAT: Senator Moorlach (R-Costa Mesa) and his staff will host a public Christmas open house at his district office this Wednesday, December 14. Moorlach and his staff will share the many different ways that they can be a resource for the community. Event flyer can be viewed below and HERE. Light refreshments will be served. Continue reading→

Sen. Moorlach and UCI to host a panel about the future of crime in California on Dec. 8

Posted on November 27, 2016 by Editor Posted in California, Crime, John Moorlach Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Contact: Amanda Smith (714) 662-6050, Amanda.Smith@sen.ca.gov

The Future of Crime in California: Prop 47 & 57 Panel Event

Reduced Penalties & Sentencing

WHO: Senator Moorlach in partnership with the Association of California Cities- Orange County.

WHAT: Moderated by Greg Lucas, State Librarian of California, this educational event will feature two expert panels to discuss the impacts of California Propositions 47 & 57. Representatives from the Public Policy Institute of California, the California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, Orange County law enforcement, the Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) and Californians for Safety & Justice will delve into the effects the propositions have had and will have on communities and crime rates. Continue reading→