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Assemblymember Wallis introduces major tax cut bill for California

Assemblymember Greg Wallis, representing Bermuda Dunes, has introduced a new bill in California's legislature aimed at reducing the personal income tax by 1% across all brackets.

By Coachella Today | Feb 26, 2025

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Resolution honors fallen heroes with freeway naming

Assemblymember Greg Wallis has introduced legislation to name a section of the I-10 freeway in memory of three men who lost their lives in the 2023 Broadway Wildland Fire helicopter crash.

By Coachella Today | Feb 24, 2025

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Assemblymember Wallis introduces bill to ensure affordable energy options in California

By Coachella Today | Feb 18, 2025

Assemblymember Greg Wallis has introduced a new bill aimed at addressing the rising energy costs affecting families in California.

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World Desert Day proposed for California by Assemblymember Greg Wallis

By Coachella Today | Jan 9, 2025

Assemblymember Greg Wallis has introduced Assembly Concurrent Resolution 8 (ACR 8) in Sacramento, aiming to establish the second Saturday of January as World Desert Day in California. “Deserts are among the most vibrant yet least understood...

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Bill introduced to void gas price hike in California

By Coachella Today | Dec 2, 2024

Assemblymember Greg Wallis, along with Assembly Minority Leader James Gallagher and Assemblyman Joe Patterson, has introduced a bill to counteract the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) recent decision on the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS).

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Funding allocated to address homelessness in Assembly District 47

By Coachella Today | Oct 4, 2024

Assemblymember Greg Wallis has announced the allocation of over $34 million from a state funding pool to address homelessness in Assembly District 47. The funds are part of a larger $131 million initiative aimed at clearing homeless encampments and addressing the homelessness crisis in several areas, including Palm Springs, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and the City of Redlands.

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Governor Newsom signs AB 2186 targeting illegal sideshows

By Coachella Today | Sep 24, 2024

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 2186, a bill introduced by Assemblymember Greg Wallis, as part of a bipartisan public safety initiative. This legislation targets illegal sideshows and street takeovers, aiming to enhance law enforcement's ability to address these dangerous activities.

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American Idol winner Abi Carter honored by California State Assembly

By Coachella Today | Aug 6, 2024

Assemblymembers Greg Wallis and Eduardo Garcia welcomed American Idol winner Abi Carter to the California State Assembly on August 6, 2024. Carter, a singer-songwriter from the Coachella Valley, recently won Season 22 of American Idol with performances including Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?” and “Somewhere” from West Side Story.

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Assemblymembers call for action on Coachella Valley air quality concerns

By Coachella Today | Jun 28, 2024

Assemblymembers Wallis and Garcia Join to Address Urgent Air Quality Concerns in the Coachella Valley

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Palm Springs Air Museum named 2024 California Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember Wallis

By Coachella Today | Jun 5, 2024

Assemblymember Wallis celebrates the Palm Springs Air Museum as 2024 California Nonprofit of the Year

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Bill proposing full deduction for student loan interest advances

By Coachella Today | Apr 29, 2024

Assemblymember Wallis announced that Assembly Bill 2312 has successfully passed out of the Revenue and Taxation Committee. The bill proposes a significant change to state income tax deductions, allowing Californians to deduct 100% of the interest paid on student loans, regardless of whether they itemize deductions.

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Assemblymember Wallis Announces Passing of Former Assemblymember Brian Nestande

By Coachella Today | Mar 7, 2024

Assemblymember Wallis Announces Passing of Former Assemblymember Brian NestandeMar 7, 2024(PALM DESERT) – The political community is mourning the passing of former Assemblymember Brian Nestande, a dedicated public servant who left an indelible mark on California politics. Nestande's career spanned various roles, including serving as Chief of Staff to Congressman Sonny Bono and later Congresswoman Mary Bono, before being elected to the California State Assembly in 2008, where he represented the Coachella Valley until 2014.Assemblymember Greg Wallis, who worked closely...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Riverside County rise or fall in 2021?

By Coachella Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Riverside County received $29.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Riverside County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Coachella Today | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Riverside County received $18,183,562 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Veterans Health Administration (VHA) news release: Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System in California

By Coachella Today | May 25, 2023

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System in California published on May 24.

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Riverside County COVID-19 Update: 99.1% of infected residents alive as of Feb. 28

By Coachella Today | Mar 1, 2023

Riverside County has seen 774,528 COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began.

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California U.S. Rep Raul Ruiz: "As Ranking Member of the Select Subcommittee on the coronavirus pandemic, I will take an equity-based..."

By Coachella Today | Feb 26, 2023

Raul Ruiz has 28,821 Twitter followers as of Feb. 25.

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California U.S. Rep Raul Ruiz: "I am always awed by the talent and drive of our local students. It was great sharing time this week..."

By Coachella Today | Feb 26, 2023

Raul Ruiz has 28,821 Twitter followers as of Feb. 25.

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California U.S. Rep Raul Ruiz: "Great time chatting with the @cityofimperial Mayor Katie Burnworth and City Manager Dennis Morita...."

By Coachella Today | Feb 26, 2023

Raul Ruiz has 28,821 Twitter followers as of Feb. 25.

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California U.S. Rep Raul Ruiz: "The Lithium Valley has the potential to transform our local economy and improve the health of our families...."

By Coachella Today | Feb 25, 2023

Raul Ruiz has 28,821 Twitter followers as of Feb. 24.