Government

As 2025 comes to a close, Valley Vision staff have shared their reflections on gratitude, continuing an annual tradition for the organization.

Theresa Grace, a California resident and commentator on the social media platform X, expressed concerns over the worsening affordability and availability of insurance in California.

Elizabeth Barcohana, a committee member of the Los Angeles County Republican Party (LAGOP), has highlighted the financial challenges faced by California families due to rising utility costs.

Jennifer Van Laar, managing editor of RedState, said that California’s regulatory approach has driven insurers out of certain regions, leaving residents with limited or no coverage options.

After decades of coordinated efforts, the Sacramento region has achieved a significant milestone in air quality improvement.

Jody Weis, the former superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, has advocated for policymakers to implement smart, pro-consumer regulations that utilize the traceability, warnings, and live support features of cryptocurrency…

Jeff Carr, retired general counsel for FMC Technologies, has criticized trial lawyers’ fee practices as a form of income redistribution and has called for tort reform in California.

Scott Johnson, founder of Marindependent Insurance Services LLC, has said that California’s current insurance regulations have led to a crisis for consumers and businesses, necessitating comprehensive reforms to better serve…

Carolyn Kousky, Founder of Insurance for Good, said that California’s regulations linking homeowners insurance premiums to wildfire mitigation and home-hardening measures can result in significant savings for households adhering to…

Jonathan Hatami, deputy district attorney in the Complex Child Abuse Section of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office, said that policies in Sacramento have driven insurers out of California…

Uber announced on its website that the signing of California Senate Bill 371 will reduce insurance costs for rideshare companies, making trips more affordable while maintaining protections for riders and…

Nancy Hoffman Vanyek, President and CEO of the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce, has said that lawsuit abuse is contributing to higher insurance premiums and living costs across…

Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) has issued a press release announcing the publication of an op-ed urging California to implement tort reform.

Andrew Gruel, a chef at the California-based restaurant Calico Fish House, has voiced concerns over the state’s regulatory framework for insurance.

The Bank Policy Institute has said that Weiss Ratings is not a recognized rating agency and its claims on insurance denials and financial stability have been challenged by multiple regulators.…

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the West Region rose 0.3% from June to August and 3.2%…

The California Legislature has announced the passage of SB 371, a bill introduced by Senator Christopher Cabaldon, aimed at reducing mandatory uninsured motorist coverage for transportation network companies (TNCs).

Ramona Prieto, head of public policy for Uber, said in a press release that California’s SB 371 illustrates how collaboration between lawmakers, labor, and industry can reduce rideshare costs and…

Christopher Cabaldon, a state senator, announced the passage of SB 371, which aims to make rideshare services more affordable by removing excessive insurance mandates.

Senator Rick Cabaldon announced in a press release that the passage of Senate Bill 371 will lower rideshare fares for essential trips while ensuring drivers’ costs are addressed to sustain…

The California Legislature has announced the passage of a bill aimed at reducing rideshare fares by lowering the required insurance coverage for Uber and Lyft drivers.

College Night with The California State University will take place on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rosemont High School, located at 9594 Kiefer Blvd.

Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have demonstrated a new approach to building larger and more reliable quantum computers by connecting multiple smaller chips into a single system.

Ramona Prieto, Head of Public Policy at Uber, said in a press release that the tandem progress of AB 1340 and SB 371 marks a policy compromise that lowers costs…