On Thursday, the California State Assembly passed the Protecting Veterans from Predatory Practices Act (SB 694), a measure to protect veterans from predatory practices when applying for disability benefits they have earned through their service. Assemblywoman Schiavo, chair of the Assembly Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs and principal co-author of the bill with Senator Bob Archuletta, celebrated the bill’s ...

Let’s chat about our amazing veterans and their benefits system. It’s no secret that this system could use some serious TLC, right? We’re going to explore some fantastic ideas on how we can overhaul it – making life better for our brave heroes who’ve selflessly served our nation. Together, let’s dive into simplifying the application process, offering support for disabled ...

Assemblymember Christy Smith, D-Santa Clarita, announced Wednesday that Assembly Bill 1809 has passed the Accountability and Administrative Review Committee and is now headed on to the next phase of becoming law. AB 1809 is set to ensure that Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) programs are doing the most effective job of serving those who have served. DVBE offers veterans the ...

Carousel Ranch, known for providing equestrian therapy to disabled children, recently received funding from Santa Clarita officials to start a new program for disabled veterans.