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California Legislature tackles a slate of clean energy transparency and acceleration bills
Orange County Register
As Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris puts it: Now is a pivotal moment for California’s ambitious clean electricity and carbon neutrality goals.
And to her, that means the Legislature needs to focus on an increase in transparency and accountability in the California Public Utilities Commission’s ratemaking process, as well as an acceleration in clean energy development and grid upgrades.
The Irvine Democrat is behind three bills now up for consideration in the state Senate that she said will do just that.
Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris, City of Irvine Reduce Wildfire Risk through Habitat Restoration Project in Bommer Canyon
The City of Irvine is taking steps to reduce wildfire risk and restore native habitat in Bommer Canyon Preserve. The project is funded by a $1 million grant from the California Natural Resources Agency, supported by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris (D-Irvine).
Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris and Volunteers Tackle Hunger, Harvest 7,700 Pounds of Fresh Produce at Harvest Solutions Farm
Irvine, CA – Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris and Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County hosted a Harvest Solutions Farm volunteer event in Irvine to help harvest seasonal produce so that Orange County residents have consistent access to nutritious food creating a foundation for community health and well-being.
Eight bills related to License to Kill advance in the Legislature
CalMatters
About half of the 17 laws proposed this year to take on California’s epidemic of dangerous driving remain alive in the Legislature after an initial wave of political hearings and key votes in Sacramento.
Now, the eight remaining bills move on to the opposite houses of the state Legislature, a jump that has previously proved difficult for similar measures.
The public hearings on the bills this spring revealed a clear divide.
Assembly Advances Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris’ Bills on Energy Affordability and Public Safety
Sacramento, CA – Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris (D-Irvine) proudly announced that the bills she authored have passed the California State Assembly and are now advancing to the State Senate for further consideration. These measures reflect her ongoing commitment to addressing California’s most pressing challenges – from reducing energy costs and advancing clean energy to enhancing public safety and strengthening wildfire resilience.
Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris Honors Share Ourselves as 2026 Nonprofit of the Year
Sacramento, CA — Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris recognized Share Ourselves as the 2026 Nonprofit of the Year for the 73rd Assembly District. Each year, CalNonprofits invites California Assemblymembers and State Senators to honor a Nonprofit of the Year during a celebration at the State Capitol.