Northern California farmer settles in environmental case involving a $2.8 million plowing fine | The Fresno Bee

by | Aug 16, 2017 | Federal Government

Farmer John Duarte, who gained conservative support as he fought the federal government after being fined $2.8 million for plowing over protected wetlands, settled before trial was to start on Aug. 15, 2017. Source: Northern California farmer settles in environmental case involving a $2.8 million plowing fine | The Fresno Bee
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Trump’s budget would kill a crucial piece of a global tsunami warning system, sparking alarm in California and beyond – LA Times

by | Jul 12, 2017 | Federal Government

A document explaining the Trump administration’s plan acknowledged that “tough choices” were made to reduce funding, but “is necessary as we move toward a more efficient government that re-focuses on national security and core government functions.” Source: Trump’s budget would kill a crucial piece of a global tsunami warning system, sparking alarm in California and […]
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Federal appeals court orders the EPA to move ahead with Obama-era methane rule – LA Times

by | Jul 4, 2017 | Federal Government

A federal appeals court rules that the head of the EPA overstepped his authority in trying to delay implementation of a rule requiring oil and gas companies to monitor and reduce methane leaks. Source: Federal appeals court orders the EPA to move ahead with Obama-era methane rule – LA Times
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Trump’s border wall inches toward reality with plans for San Diego prototypes

by | Jul 3, 2017 | Federal Government

As debate in the nation’s capital has focused on health care, Russia and secret tapes, President Donald Trump’s signature proposal — building a “big, beautiful wall” on America’s southern border — has faded from the spotlight. http://www.dailynews.com/government-and-politics/20170702/trumps-border-wall-inches-toward-reality-with-plans-for-san-diego-prototypes
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Analysis: GOP Health Bill Could Cost California $114B | California News | US News

by | Jun 30, 2017 | Federal Government

An analysis by the state Department of Health Care Services concludes the bill would have a $114.6 billion cumulative impact on California’s budget between 2020 and 2027. It would initially add $3 billion in costs in 2020 and increase to $30 billion by 2027. Source: Analysis: GOP Health Bill Could Cost California $114B | California […]
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