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Texas Gov. Abbott Provides Update on State's Response, Ongoing Investigation on Robb Elementary School Shooting in Uvalde
AUSTIN, Texas, May 26 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update on the state's ongoing response to yesterday's shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde. Following a briefing with federal, state, and local officials, the Governor was joined at the press conference by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, Senator John Cornyn, Senator Ted Cruz, Attorney General Ken Paxton, State Senator Roland Gutierrez, State Representative Tracy King, Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin, Texas Department
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 26 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update on the state's ongoing response to yesterday's shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde. Following a briefing with federal, state, and local officials, the Governor was joined at the press conference by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, Senator John Cornyn, Senator Ted Cruz, Attorney General Ken Paxton, State Senator Roland Gutierrez, State Representative Tracy King, Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin, Texas Departmentof Public Safety (DPS) Director Steve McCraw, Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath, Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Hal Harrell, and other state and local officials.
"All Texans have been shaken to their core in the wake of the horrific tragedy that occurred yesterday in the close-knit community of Uvalde," said Governor Abbott. "We must come together in support of the families of the innocent victims, the law enforcement officers who heroically responded, and the entire Uvalde community, which will be impacted by this senseless act of violence for generations to come. As the investigation by state and local authorities continues, it is our duty as elected officials to evaluate all possible means of making our schools safer to prevent future tragedies and ensure communities across the state--whether they are underserved populations within large cities or rural areas of the state--have the mental health resources needed. The State of Texas continues working to better protect and serve all Texans, young and old."
Governor Abbott implored all members of the Uvalde community - victims, families, family members, friends, and law enforcement - to use available mental and emotional health resources as they begin to navigate the weight of this tragedy.
The Governor added the ongoing investigation is being led by DPS Texas Rangers and the Uvalde Police Department and supported by DPS Highway Patrol and Criminal Investigation, DPS Aircraft and Intelligence, and DPS Crime and Victim Support. Additionally, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Border Patrol, San Antonio Police Department, San Antonio Fire Department, and other local law officials are also providing resources in support of the investigation.
Texans in the Uvalde community are strongly encouraged to use mental health resources provided by federal, state, and local partners in the area, including: Family Resource Center in Uvalde County Fairplex, Uvalde Civic Center school crisis teams, Texas Child Mental Health Consortium, Bluebonnet Children's Advocacy Center, and counseling services provided by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and TEA. DPS and FBI are also providing mental health services for law enforcement officers. The Uvalde District Attorney's Office for Victim Services is also available by phone at 830-278-2916.
R.I. Gov. McKee Signs Legislation Legalizing and Safely Regulating Recreational Cannabis in Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 26 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
Governor Dan McKee today signed into law the Rhode Island Cannabis Act, legalizing and safely regulating recreational adult-use cannabis in the state. The Act includes automatic expungement of prior civil or criminal marijuana possession charges, a key provision in the Governor's original cannabis proposal to the General Assembly.
Governor McKee was joined for the historic signing by Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, Senate Majority Leader Michael J. McCaffrey and the bill sponsors
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 26 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
Governor Dan McKee today signed into law the Rhode Island Cannabis Act, legalizing and safely regulating recreational adult-use cannabis in the state. The Act includes automatic expungement of prior civil or criminal marijuana possession charges, a key provision in the Governor's original cannabis proposal to the General Assembly.
Governor McKee was joined for the historic signing by Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, Senate Majority Leader Michael J. McCaffrey and the bill sponsors- Senate Committee on Health and Human Services Chairman Joshua Miller and House Deputy Majority Leader Scott A. Slater.
Under the new law, possession and home-growing of cannabis is now legal for adults age 21 and older, and in-store sales may begin as soon as December 1. The law also establishes a framework for common-sense adult use cannabis regulation with a strong emphasis on public health and public safety.
"This bill successfully incorporates our priorities of making sure cannabis legalization is equitable, controlled, and safe," said Governor McKee. "In addition, it creates a process for the automatic expungement of past cannabis convictions. My Administration's original legalization plan also included such a provision and I am thrilled that the Assembly recognized the importance of this particular issue. The end result is a win for our state both socially and economically."?
The legislation calls for a 20 percent tax rate, split up into the 7 percent sales tax, a new 10 percent cannabis tax, and a 3 percent tax by the municipality where the marijuana is sold. In addition, the legislation makes numerous investments in the creation of an equitable, accessible cannabis retail market through the set-aside of certain application fee revenues and the reservation of a portion of new licenses for social equity applicants and worker-owned cooperatives.
"The reality is that prohibition does not stop cannabis use. Since Rhode Islanders can already access cannabis just across the state border or on the illicit market, we experience all the challenges without any of the safeguards or resources that our neighboring states have. With this bill, we are ending prohibition in a way that is safe, keeps revenue in Rhode Island, and is as fair and equitable as we can possibly make it. This bill has been years in the making, and is a collaborative effort to address concerns about protecting medical use, ensuring fair governance and recognizing that we cannot make this transition without taking action to make whole the communities and individuals who have been punished for decades under prohibition," said bill sponsor Sen. Joshua Miller (D-Dist. 28, Cranston, Providence), chairman of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee.
"Social equity has been a top concern for us throughout this whole process. Senator Miller and I represent some of the communities that have suffered disproportionate harm from prohibition for decades, resulting in generational poverty and mass incarceration. The starting line isn't the same for people in poor, urban and minority communities, and they deserve support to ensure they get the full benefit of participating in legalization. I am grateful to my colleagues in the General Assembly for recognizing the importance of expungement of criminal records and equity in licensing, because they are absolutely critical to ending prohibition fairly," said bill sponsor Rep. Scott A. Slater (D-Dist. 10, Providence).
"I thank all the advocates, stakeholders, staff and especially Representative Scott Slater, who has worked tirelessly on this issue for the past decade. The bill represents a strong foundation from which to build the safe, equitable regulation of cannabis for adult use. We are proud that this legislation prioritizes the participation of people most impacted by the past enforcement of cannabis laws both through automatic expungement and the creation of a licensing structure based on social equity," said House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi (D-Dist. 23, Warwick).
"This is a truly momentous day for Rhode Island. I'm deeply grateful to Senator Miller for his years of hard work and leadership on this issue, and I'm incredibly proud to have been part of reaching this point. I also want to thank President Ruggerio for his support throughout this process. Ending cannabis prohibition helps us right past wrongs while creating new opportunities for all Rhode Islanders. This is the right move, at the right time, for our state," said Senate Majority Leader Michael J. McCaffrey (D-Dist. 29, Warwick).
Rhode Island is now the 19th state to have legalized cannabis, including Massachusetts and Connecticut.
The new law will give courts until July 1, 2024, to automatically expunge past convictions, and those who want their expungement sooner may request it.
N.Y. A.G. James Successfully Defends New York's Right to Hold Gun Manufacturers Responsible for Gun Violence
ALBANY, New York, May 26 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on May 25, 2022:
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New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement in response to a federal court dismissing a lawsuit from a group of gun manufacturers and sellers challenging a New York law that gives the attorney general the ability to hold gun manufacturers and sellers responsible for gun violence:
"As we mourn the deaths of 19 innocent children lost to gun violence in Uvalde and the countless more in Buffalo and across America every day, this is a moment
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ALBANY, New York, May 26 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on May 25, 2022:
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New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement in response to a federal court dismissing a lawsuit from a group of gun manufacturers and sellers challenging a New York law that gives the attorney general the ability to hold gun manufacturers and sellers responsible for gun violence:
"As we mourn the deaths of 19 innocent children lost to gun violence in Uvalde and the countless more in Buffalo and across America every day, this is a momentof light and hope.
"New York is proud to defend the right to impose reasonable gun restrictions that protect all of us.
"As public officials, we were elected to solve problems and address the needs of the people. Prayers alone will no longer do, and cowardliness is not part of the job description. New York will always lead, and I urge others with a backbone to follow."
In July 2021, New York state passed the public nuisance bill (S.7196/A.6762), which restores the ability of the state and localities to bring civil liability actions against firearm manufacturers and sellers for their own bad conduct. In 2005, Congress took unprecedented action to usurp states' rights and give gun manufacturers and distributors blanket immunity for gun violence perpetrated as a direct result of their marketing and distribution of firearms. This law combats that federal overreach and provides New York the ability to protect its own citizens.
Kentucky PSC Issues Order Involving City of Manchester
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 26 (TNSsro) -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 2022-00139):
In the Matter of: Electronic Tariff Filing Of The City Of Manchester Revising Its Wholesale Water Service Rates To North Manchester Water Association
ORDER
On May 4, 2022, the city of Manchester (Manchester) filed with the Commission a revised tariff sheet setting forth a proposed increase to its existing wholesale water rates to North Manchester Water Association (North Manchester Water) effective June 5, 2022. Manchester's current monthly wholesale water rate to
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FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 26 (TNSsro) -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 2022-00139):
In the Matter of: Electronic Tariff Filing Of The City Of Manchester Revising Its Wholesale Water Service Rates To North Manchester Water Association
ORDER
On May 4, 2022, the city of Manchester (Manchester) filed with the Commission a revised tariff sheet setting forth a proposed increase to its existing wholesale water rates to North Manchester Water Association (North Manchester Water) effective June 5, 2022. Manchester's current monthly wholesale water rate toNorth Manchester Water is $2.00 per 1,000 gallons. Manchester's proposal increases the wholesale water rate by $0.50 per 1,000 gallons each year for the next four years and then by 13 percent each year for the next five years.
KRS 278.030 provides that a utility may collect fair, just and reasonable rates and that the service it provides must be adequate, efficient and reasonable. Having considered the proposed rate adjustment and being otherwise sufficiently advised, the Commission finds that an investigation will be necessary to determine the reasonableness of the proposed rate adjustment and that such an investigation cannot be completed by June 5, 2022. Pursuant to KRS 278.190, the Commission will, therefore, suspend the effective date of the proposed rates for five months, up to and including November 5, 2022.
The Commission finds that North Manchester Water, as a wholesale purchaser of Manchester, has a significant interest in this proceeding and should be served with a copy of this Order and presented an opportunity to intervene in this proceeding.
The Commission directs Manchester to the Commission's July 22, 2021 Order in Case No. 2020-00085/1 in which the Commission mandated the use of electronic filing procedures listed in 807 KAR 5:001, Section 8. The Commission finds that electronic filing procedures should be used, consistent with the filing procedures set forth in Case No. 2020-00085.
The Commission further finds that a procedural schedule should be established to review the reasonableness of the proposed tariffs. The procedural schedule is attached hereto as an Appendix to this Order and is incorporated herein.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that:
1. This proceeding is established to investigate the reasonableness of Manchester's proposed wholesale water rate increase to North Manchester Water.
2. The proposed tariff is suspended for five months from June 5, 2022, up to and including November 4, 2022.
3. Manchester shall, by counsel, enter an appearance in this proceeding within seven days of the date of entry of this Order. The entry of appearance shall include the name, address, telephone number, fax number, and electronic mail address of counsel.
4. Unless otherwise ordered by the Commission, the procedures set forth in 807 KAR 5:001, Section 8, related to service and electronic filing of papers shall be followed in this proceeding.
5. Pursuant to 807 KAR 5:001, Section 8(9), within seven days of entry of this Order, Manchester shall file by electronic means a written statement that they waive any right to service of Commission Orders by United States mail and that they or their authorized agents possess the facilities to receive electronic submissions.
6. Unless a party granted leave to intervene states its objection to the use of electronic filing procedures in a motion for intervention, the party shall:
a. Be deemed to have consented to the use of electronic filing procedures and the service of all papers, including Orders of the Commission, by electronic means; and
b. Within seven days of the date of entry of an Order of the Commission granting intervention, file with the Commission a written statement that:
(1) It or its authorized agent possesses the facilities to receive electronic transmissions; and
(2) Sets forth the electronic mail address to which all electronic notices and messages related to this proceeding should be served.
7. If a party objects to the use of electronic filing procedures and the Commission determines that good cause exists to excuse that party from the use of electronic filing procedures, service of documents on that party and by that party shall be made in accordance with 807 KAR 5:001, Section 4(8).
8. The procedural schedule set forth in the Appendix to this Order shall be followed.
9. As set forth in 807 KAR 5:001, Section 4(11)(a), a person requesting permissive intervention in a Commission proceeding is required to demonstrate either (1) a special interest in the proceeding which is not adequately represented in the case, or (2) that the person requesting permissive intervention is likely to present issues or develop facts that will assist the Commission in fully considering the matter without unduly complicating or disrupting the proceedings. Further, KRS 278.040(2) requires that a person seeking intervention must have an interest in the rate or service of a utility, as those are the only matters that are subject to the Commission's jurisdiction. Therefore, any person requesting to intervene in a Commission proceeding must state with specificity the person's special interest that is not otherwise adequately represented, or the issues and facts the person will present that will assist the Commission in fully considering the matter. A mere recitation of the quantity of utility service consumed by the movant or a general statement regarding the potential impact of possible modification of rates will not be deemed sufficient to establish a special interest. In addition, any motion to intervene after the date established in the procedural schedule shall also show good cause for being untimely. If the untimely motion is granted, the movant shall accept and abide by the existing procedural schedule.
10. Manchester shall give notice of the hearing in accordance with the provision set forth in 807 KAR 5:001, Section 9(2). In addition, the notice of the hearing shall include the following statements: "This hearing will be streamed live and may be viewed on the PSC website, psc.ky.gov"; and "Public comments may be made at the beginning of the hearing. Those wishing to make oral public comments may do by following the instructions listed on the PSC website, psc.ky.gov." At the time publication is requested, Manchester shall forward a duplicate of the notice and request to the Commission.
11. At any public hearing in this matter, neither opening statements nor summarization of direct testimonies shall be permitted.
12. Pursuant to KRS 278.360 and 807 KAR 5:001, Section 9(9), a digital video recording shall be made of the hearing.
13. The Commission does not look favorably upon motions for continuance. Accordingly, motions for extensions of times with respect to the schedule herein shall be made in writing and will be granted only upon a showing of good cause.
14. The Executive Director shall serve a copy of this Order on North Manchester Water.
15. Nothing contained herein shall prevent the Commission from entering further Orders in this matter.
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Commissioner
ATTEST:
Executive Director
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Footnotes:
1/ Case No. 2020-00085, Electronic Emergency Docket Related to the Novel Coronavirus COVID19 (Ky. PSC July 22, 2021), Order (in which the Commission ordered that for case filings made on and after March 16, 2020, filers are NOT required to file original physical copies of the filings required by 807 KAR 5:001, Section 8).
Ill. Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation to Expand and Protect Children's Mental Health Care
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 26 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
Governor JB Pritzker today signed two pieces of legislation into law intended to expand and improve access to children's mental health services, particularly for children in foster care. SB3889 updates the work of the Children's Mental Health Partnership to advise state agencies on designing and implementing strategies to provide comprehensive and coordinated services for children from birth to age 25 and their families to better address children's mental health needs. HB4306 amends
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SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 26 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
Governor JB Pritzker today signed two pieces of legislation into law intended to expand and improve access to children's mental health services, particularly for children in foster care. SB3889 updates the work of the Children's Mental Health Partnership to advise state agencies on designing and implementing strategies to provide comprehensive and coordinated services for children from birth to age 25 and their families to better address children's mental health needs. HB4306 amendsthe Children and Family Services Act to to form the Holistic Mental Health Care for Youth in Care Task Force.
"We know the pandemic further exacerbated the mental health challenges our young people were already facing and it is time we take action," said Governor JB Pritzker. "The Holistic Mental Health Care for Youth in Care Task Force will work to create policies based in real-world, lived experiences to better support our foster youth. To ensure we can also have an immediate impact, each child in foster care will be paired with a mental health professional, so they receive the compassion, investment, and advocacy that they need and deserve. There is nothing more important than caring for our young people and I am proud to sign these two bills into law."
The National Conference of State Legislatures reports that up to 80 percent of children in foster care have significant mental health issues, creating a pressing need for treatment and services for this population. These pieces of legislation create a system to observe and recommend treatment needs and monitor placement needs. HB4306 requires that at least one member of the task force be a former youth in care to ensure the lived experiences and needs of children in care are recognized.
The Children's Mental Health Council will provide recommendations on how to expand bed numbers and mental health provider numbers to ensure children have access to the supports they need. This council will provide recommendations not only to the Department of Children and Family Services, but to the Department of Juvenile Justice, the State Board of Education, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, and any other agency that has a role in the process of placing a child in care or treatment.
The Holistic Mental Health Care for Youth in Care Task Force will assess capacity levels for mental healthcare providers serving children in care and review payment rates and recruitment to ensure retention of providers, particularly providers of color who serve the diverse population of children in care.
Governor Pritzker's administration has prioritized mental health care infrastructure and access throughout the last three and a half year. In 2021, Governor Pritzker signed legislation requiring medically necessary mental healthcare be covered by insurance, as well as legislation creating a first responder system to respond to 911 calls that stem from a mental health crisis. Earlier this year, Governor Pritzker launched the Children's Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative to coordinate responses between state agencies in order to better support children in need of mental and behavioral health services.
"With low residential placements for children with behavioral and mental disabilities, children are often left staying in the emergency room or at home where their safety could be at risk," said State Senator Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). "This new law will give the council an opportunity to address the difficulties that so many individuals and their families are facing around the state."
"The COVID-19 pandemic increased exposure of stress and trauma that contributed to skyrocketing rates of mental health problems among children - especially those within the foster care system," said State Senator Julie Morrison (D-Lake Forest). "It's vital we tackle the alarming rates of mental health problems in ways that are less invasive by providing greater healing-centered care. I firmly believe that's how you create sustainable, scalable change in the lives of children."
"Children in the foster care system need comprehensive and holistic mental health services from the moment they enter the system, and while there are some services in place there is more that needs to be done," stated State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit (D-Aurora). "This is why the creation of the Holistic Mental Health Care for our Youth in Care Taskforce is so important to work on solutions to meet the mental health needs of our foster children. Youth who need foster support often go through difficult experiences without the supports they need. This taskforce will provide solutions and recommendations, in addition to identifying barriers to care that the youth in foster care need."
"This essential legislation helps the state effectively meet the emergency and residential placements for children with severe mental and behavioral challenges," said State Rep. Natalie Manley (D-Joliet). "By providing these young people with the care they need, we're helping them live the safe, healthy and full lives they deserve."
California PUC Issues Decision Correcting Errors Involving Energy Efficiency Rolling Portfolios
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 26 (TNSsro) -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following decision correcting errors (Case No. 22-05-016):
BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Order Instituting Rulemaking Concerning Energy Efficiency Rolling Portfolios, Policies, Programs, Evaluation, and Related Issues.
DECISION CORRECTING ERRORS IN DECISION 2109037 REGARDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY GOALS FOR 2022-2032
1. Correction of Errors in Decision 21-09-037 This decision corrects errors in Decision (D.) 21-09-037, Decision Adopting Energy Efficiency Goals
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 26 (TNSsro) -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following decision correcting errors (Case No. 22-05-016):
BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Order Instituting Rulemaking Concerning Energy Efficiency Rolling Portfolios, Policies, Programs, Evaluation, and Related Issues.
DECISION CORRECTING ERRORS IN DECISION 2109037 REGARDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY GOALS FOR 2022-2032
1. Correction of Errors in Decision 21-09-037 This decision corrects errors in Decision (D.) 21-09-037, Decision Adopting Energy Efficiency Goalsfor 2022-2032, issued September 29, 2021. The tables on pages 19 through 21 of D.21-09-037 show incorrect numbers for the codes and standards goals applicable to each investor-owned utility (IOU).
The incorrect numbers do not account for interactive effects; the correct numbers, as shown in the following tables, account for interactive effects, which is consistent with Commission policy for setting energy efficiency goals./1
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
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Southern California Edison Company (SCE)
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San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E)
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Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas)
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2. Comments on Proposed Decision The proposed decision of Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Julie A. Fitch and ALJ Valerie U. Kao in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code and comments were allowed under Rule 14.3 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. The Commission received no comments to the proposed decision, and has not made any changes to the proposed decision.
3. Assignment of Proceeding Genevieve Shiroma is the assigned commissioner and Julie A. Fitch and Valerie U. Kao are the assigned ALJs in this proceeding.
Findings of Fact
1. D.21-09-037 includes incorrect numbers for each IOU's energy efficiency codes and standards goals.
Conclusions of Law
1. D.21-09-037 should be corrected to show the correct energy efficiency codes and standards goals for each IOU.
ORDER
IT IS ORDERED that Decision 21-09-037 is corrected by:
1. In the tables on pages 19 through 21, the energy efficiency goals of Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Edison Company, San Diego Gas & Electric Company, and Southern California Gas Company shall be as shown in the following tables.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
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Southern California Edison Company (SCE)
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San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E)
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Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas)
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2. Rulemaking 13-11-005 remains open.
This order is effective today.
Dated May 19, 2022, at Sacramento, California.
ALICE REYNOLDS, President
CLIFFORD RECHTSCHAFFEN
GENEVIEVE SHIROMA
DARCIE L. HOUCK
JOHN R.D. REYNOLDS
Commissioners
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Footnotes:
1/ The correct results are reflected in the Results Viewer,using the 2021 Avoided Cost Calculator vintage (https://bit.ly/2021PGViewerV3), Codes and Standards Breakdown tab and the following selections: Breakdown Category: Utility. Policy Scenario: Expected. Interactive Effects: C&S with Interactive
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At World Economic Forum, Md. Gov. Hogan Speaks on Infrastructure and Workforce Development
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 26 -- Gov. Larry Hogan, R-Maryland, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
At the World Economic Forum in Switzerland today, Governor Larry Hogan took part in panels on infrastructure and workforce development, touting ways that the State of Maryland is a national and global model for innovation and economic growth.
Infrastructure. In a panel on "Rethinking Infrastructure for the Coming Decade," Governor Hogan discussed Maryland's role as a national leader in infrastructure:
"We are going to utilize this new infrastructure investment to really help expedite
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ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 26 -- Gov. Larry Hogan, R-Maryland, issued the following news release on May 25, 2022:
At the World Economic Forum in Switzerland today, Governor Larry Hogan took part in panels on infrastructure and workforce development, touting ways that the State of Maryland is a national and global model for innovation and economic growth.
Infrastructure. In a panel on "Rethinking Infrastructure for the Coming Decade," Governor Hogan discussed Maryland's role as a national leader in infrastructure:
"We are going to utilize this new infrastructure investment to really help expeditesome of the projects we've already been planning and already have gotten all that input on from the various people from the private sector, from academia, from our communities to make sure that we're spending those dollars wisely."
Workforce Development. In a panel on "Responding to the Great Resignation," Governor Hogan discussed Maryland's innovative job training and workforce development programs:
"We've been focused on this issue for the eight years that I've been governor of Maryland and it's really about upskilling and reskilling workers and trying to train them for the jobs of the future and allow them to earn higher income. ... We don't want to train workers for the jobs that there's no market for. We want to train them for these very specific skills that all of you in the private sector need. ... Trying to provide for the jobs of the future, the government does have a really big role to play in partnership with the private sector."
Global Gateway Initiative. On Tuesday, Governor Hogan announced a $2 million investment in the state's innovative Global Gateway Initiative. Managed by the Maryland Department of Commerce, this first-in-the-nation program helps attract international businesses and ease their transition into the U.S. market by connecting them with local incubators and accelerators.
