Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Robin Kelly (IL-02), who serve as co-chairs of the Maternity Care Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution (H.Res 1193) to designate May 5-11, 2024 as “Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week” to raise awareness about maternal mental health and its effects on maternal-child health.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra deputies out on patrol Monday, May 6, in the city of Yorba Linda looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes."With nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, many road users are going places without the same protections as drivers. Motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than vehicle occupants."To help protect you and your family, keep the following tips in mind while driving or riding:Drivers should always check twice for motorcycles in...
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is set to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Stanton, California, as reported on May 3, 2024. The initiative aims to increase road safety by targeting violations that pose risks to both drivers and motorcyclists.According to a statement from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, the high number of registered motorcycles in the state, close to 900,000, highlights the need for enhanced safety measures on the roads. The department emphasized the alarming statistic that "motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a...
SANTA ANA, Ca. (May 2, 2024) – The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has made a significant announcement regarding the establishment of a new division aimed at enhancing emergency communications, patrol operations, and counter-terrorism efforts within the department.Commander Charlie Walters has been appointed to lead the newly created Operations Support and Intelligence Division, which will oversee key bureaus such as the Emergency Communications Bureau, Counter-Terrorism Bureau, and Real-Time Operations Center.Orange County Sheriff-Coroner, Don Barnes, highlighted...
Washington – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) expressed his satisfaction following the passage of H.R. 6090, known as the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Issa stated, "The Congress came together yesterday and spoke with a clear and strong voice that told the truth about the recent and widespread rise of antisemitism – history’s oldest hate. But this was more than words; our vote is the setting of a standard that many justifiably thought might not be necessary in the times of today."Issa emphasized the significance of the bipartisan support for the act, noting, "But after...
Rancho Santa Margarita, Ca. (May 1, 2024) - The Orange County Sheriff’s Department announced plans to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Rancho Santa Margarita on Monday, May 3, targeting violations that increase the risk of crashes.According to an unidentified source, there are nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, leading to many road users traveling without the same protections as drivers. The source also highlighted that motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than vehicle occupants.In light of this, the authorities have...
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40), chairwoman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific, emphasized the critical nature of upholding commitments to Taiwan amidst escalating tensions with China. Speaking at a subcommittee hearing, Rep. Kim highlighted the significance of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) on U.S.-Taiwan relations.Rep. Kim acknowledged the TRA's role in guiding bilateral relations with Taiwan for 45 years, describing it as a unique legislation that positions the U.S. as a leader. She underscored Taiwan's contributions to...
SANTAANA, Ca.(April 30, 2024): May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and in light of this, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is advocating for increased safety measures for cyclists and drivers alike.Sergeant Kyle Ishii emphasized the importance of mutual respect on the road, stating, "Bicycling is a great means of transportation and recreation, and everyone deserves to ride to their destination safely. Let’s look out for one another and share the road, share the responsibility.”To enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department...
SANTA ANA, Ca. (April 30, 2024): During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is emphasizing the importance of motorcycle safety on the roads. Sergeant Kyle Ishii stressed the need for drivers to be vigilant, stating, "Motorcycles may be difficult to spot, so be extra careful before changing lanes." He added, "A simple double take could mean the difference between a safe journey and a tragic crash. Let's all do our part to keep each other safe out there."According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data, there were...
Washington, DC – On Friday, U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40), Tom Kean (NJ-07), Mike Lawler (NY-17), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), Bruce Westerman (AR-04), and Paul Tonko (NY-21) introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate the month of April as “Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month” and recognize the importance of STEM education.Rep. Young Kim expressed, “Math is the world’s universal language and the foundation for the industries that will control the future. STEM educational opportunities unlock new doors for students, strengthen our economy and national...
The House has successfully passed the Fire Weather Development Act (H.R. 4866), a bipartisan bill aimed at enhancing fire weather and environment monitoring and forecasting capabilities. This legislation includes two bipartisan bills by Rep. Young Kim to bolster wildfire detection and communication efforts.Representative Young Kim expressed her satisfaction with the passing of the Fire Weather Development Act, emphasizing the importance of providing essential information during wildfire situations, stating, "With peak wildfire season approaching, Southern California...
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48), along with Subcommittee Ranking Member Hank Johnson (GA-04), has put forth new legislation aimed at improving the U.S. patent code. The bill, known as H.R. 7803, seeks to bring significant changes to the existing patent system.In a statement regarding the proposed legislation, Rep. Issa highlighted the bill's focus on fairness and empowerment within the patent system. He stated, "H.R. 7803 is a solid step towards advancing fairness in our patent system by adding a new flexibility to waive fines and therefore empower...