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Politics & The Pulpit – Eric Early, Candidate For U.S. Senate – April 26, 2023

Host: Pastor Jerry Cook Guest: Eric Early, Candidate for U.S. Senate Topic: Modern Politics & The Senate Race Politics & The Pulpit – Eric Early, Candidate For U.S. Senate – April 26, 2023 Does God want a separation of church and state? Should Christians be voting for biblical principles? Does it really matter who you vote for? Join Pastor Jerry ...

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California Senate Moves Forward With Wilk’s Accountability Bill, SB 1271

Senator Scott Wilk

Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Friday that the Senate Bill (SB) 1271 passed out of the Assembly Appropriations Committee on Thursday would add accountability and transparency to state contracts. SB 1271 would add accountability and transparency to the extension or renewal of no-bid contracts over $75 million by requiring state agencies to submit information on the terms and conditions ...

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Santa Clarita Senator Criticizes Democrats’ Inaction On Gas Rebates

Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, criticized the California Democratic Party’s “failed” action on gas rebates Wednesday morning. One year ago Wednesday, California Senate Republicans called for a Gas Tax Holiday which would have lowered the gas prices by 51 cents a gallon in the state, according to officials with Wilk’s office.  “Talk is cheap. Democrats pay lip service to helping ...

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Santa Clarita Senator Hires ‘Future Leader Award’ Recipient To Team Wilk

Senator Scott Wilk

California Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Friday the hiring of Shawntwayne (Shawn) Cannon, a former “Future Leader Award” recipient, as a field representative for the Antelope Valley District office.  “Shawn has a huge passion for service and as a young person, is committed to ensuring our community continues to be a place we want to call home,” Wilk said. ...

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Kipp Mueller Files For State Senate Campaign In 2024

Kipp Mueller, a Santa Clarita attorney, has filed paperwork with the state to possibly run for California’s 21st State Senate District in 2024. In mid-March, Kipp Mueller filed for a 2024 election campaign with the office of the California Secretary of the State. Mueller originally entered the Santa Clarita political arena last election cycle when he ran against incumbent Scott ...

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Governor Gavin Newsom Names Secretary Of State Alex Padilla To Fill Vacated Senate Seat

Governor Gavin Newsom Names Secretary Of State Alex Padilla To Fill Vacated Senate Seat

Governor Gavin Newsom announced the selection of California Secretary of State Alex Padilla to fill the seat in the United States Senate vacated by Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on Tuesday. The selection is another history-making moment in Padilla’s career, as he becomes the first Latino to represent California in the Senate after previously becoming the first Latino to hold the ...

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Senator Scott Wilk Appointed To Five Senate Committees

Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Friday he has been appointed to serve on five Senate committees. Wilk has been appointed to serve on several committees including the joint Senate and Assembly committee. The Senate Rules Committee made the appointments at its hearing this week, according to officials. “Serving on these select committees is another way to engage on issues ...

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Senator Scott Wilk Announces 2019 Fellows Program Is Accepting Applications

Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Tuesday that applications for the 2019-20 California Senate Fellows Program are available. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking KHTS Santa Clarita News Alerts delivered right to your inbox. “The Senate Fellows program is a great entryway into countless career opportunities,” said Wilk. “Fellows are provided with hands-on experience in California government that allows them to flourish ...

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Senator Scott Wilk Named Member Of ‘Most Influential’ Senate Committee

Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, was elected by his colleagues to the five-member Senate Rules Committee during Monday’s opening ceremony. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking KHTS Santa Clarita News Alerts delivered right to your inbox. Wilk is expected to serve as vice chair of the committee considered the “most influential assignment in the Senate.” In order to be officially elected, membership ...

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Wilk’s Call For Federal Stop To Soledad Canyon CEMEX Mine Headed To President Trump

A resolution put forward by State Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, that calls on the federal government to intervene and stop the Soledad Canyon CEMEX mining operation passed the California Senate Monday, paving the way for the memo to be sent to numerous branches of the  federal government, including the desk of President Donald Trump. Don’t miss a thing. Get ...

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