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Bipartisan bill aims at expanding financial inclusion

By South OC Times | Jun 14, 2024

U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and David Scott (GA-13) have introduced the Financial Inclusion in Banking Act (H.R. 4067), a bipartisan bill aimed at expanding access to financial opportunities.

Issa examines third-party funding's impact on IP litigation

By South OC Times | Jun 13, 2024

Washington – This week, Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48), Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet, convened a hearing entitled “The U.S. Intellectual Property System and the Impact of Litigation Financed by Third-Party Investors and Foreign Entities.”

Lake Forest appoints Captain David Pultz as new Chief of Police Services

By South OC Times | Jun 13, 2024

The city of Lake Forest has selected Captain David Pultz as their new Chief of Police Services.

Issa criticizes ESG policies during House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing

By South OC Times | Jun 13, 2024

Washington – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) criticized environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies during a hearing in the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust. The hearing, titled “Climate Control: Decarbonization Collusion in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investing,” took place yesterday.

Orange County Sheriff's Department announces DUI checkpoint in Laguna Niguel

By South OC Times | Jun 12, 2024

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on Friday, June 14, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in Laguna Niguel.

House committee advances bipartisan bill aimed at reducing stillbirth rates

By South OC Times | Jun 12, 2024

The House Energy and Commerce Committee has passed the Stillbirth Health Improvement and Education (SHINE) for Autumn Act (H.R. 5012), a bipartisan bill led by U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40), Kathy Castor (FL-14), Dave Joyce (OH-14), and Robin Kelly (IL-02). The bill aims to reduce stillbirth rates in the United States.

Issa comments on Hunter Biden conviction amid claims of DOJ misconduct

By South OC Times | Jun 11, 2024

Washington – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) released a statement following the conviction of Hunter Biden, describing it as "a stark reminder of the culture of corruption that threatens to engulf not only the Biden presidency – but his Department of Justice as well."

Issa introduces bipartisan bill targeting counterfeit goods in online marketplaces

By South OC Times | Jun 11, 2024

Washington – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48), Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet, introduced the SHOP SAFE Act today to protect consumers from counterfeit goods in online marketplaces.

House passes bill requiring transparent pricing in short-term lodging

By South OC Times | Jun 11, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed the No Hidden Fees on Extra Expenses for Stays (No Hidden FEES) Act of 2023 (H.R. 6543), aimed at improving cost transparency for short-term lodging, including hotels, motels, and inns. The bill, led by U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Kathy Castor (FL-14), seeks to prohibit misleading price advertising and mandates accurate price listings that encompass all mandatory and resort fees.

Rep. Young Kim honored with Geothermal Champion Award by Geothermal Rising

By South OC Times | Jun 10, 2024

U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) has been awarded the Geothermal Champion Award by Geothermal Rising for her efforts to expand domestic geothermal energy production and advocate for clean energy solutions.

Issa leads veterans in parachute jump over Normandy for D-Day anniversary

By South OC Times | Jun 10, 2024

Normandy, France – On Friday, June 7, Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) and a bipartisan delegation of veterans serving in Congress conducted a parachute jump over Normandy, France from a WWII-era plane to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Valuation: Pricing for the median home in Orange County increased in April 2024 compared to April 2023

By South OC Times | Jun 9, 2024

In April, the median sale price of a home in Orange County rose by $204,500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 20.9%.

Home sales during week ending June 1 in Orange County

By South OC Times | Jun 8, 2024

There were 116 reported residential sales in Orange County in the week ending June 1, according to BlockShopper.com.

Soka University of America continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

By South OC Times | Jun 6, 2024

Soka University of America in Aliso Viejo, California, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

Rep. Levin votes ‘No’ on bill to ban the Federal Reserve from establishing a Central Bank Digital Currency

By South OC Times | Jun 6, 2024

U.S. Rep. Mike Levin (CA-D) voted against a bill that would ban the Federal Reserve from establishing a Central Bank Digital Currency.

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Rep. Correa votes ‘No’ on bill to ban the Federal Reserve from establishing a Central Bank Digital Currency

By OC Times | 6 months ago

U.S. Rep. J. Luis Correa (CA-D) voted against a bill that would ban the Federal Reserve from establishing a Central Bank Digital Currency.

Bipartisan bill targets rising mail theft through enhanced federal coordination

By South OC Times | Jun 6, 2024

U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) have introduced the Maximizing Agency Integration on Letter Theft (MAIL Theft) Act (H.R. 8596) to address the nationwide increase in mail theft by enhancing federal agency coordination and prioritizing the issue for federal law enforcement.

Rep. Issa criticizes President Biden's new border policy

By South OC Times | Jun 5, 2024

Washington – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) issued a statement on June 5, 2024, criticizing President Joe Biden's approach to border security.

Congressman Issa commemorates D-Day anniversary with parachute jump in Normandy

By South OC Times | Jun 5, 2024

Normandy, France – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) is in Normandy this week to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. He will be available for media interviews throughout the week.

Rep. Young Kim returns from Taiwan and Singapore diplomatic missions

By South OC Times | Jun 4, 2024

U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) recently traveled to Taiwan and Singapore with bipartisan Congressional delegations led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (TX-10). The purpose of the visits was to engage with senior elected officials, defense officials, and business leaders in both regions.