Olsen On Governor Brown’s State Of the State Address

SACRAMENTO ––Assemblymember Kristin Olsen, R-Modesto, issued the following statement today in response to Governor Jerry Brown’s State of the State Address:

“Governor Brown’s tunnels plan is not the answer to our water crisis. We need to pursue less expensive alternatives that supply southern communities with quality water without devastating Delta farmers and families. Also, while our economy is showing some signs of recovery and there are stories to celebrate, California still has the third highest unemployment rate in the nation and Central Valley families suffer even more.  I wish the Governor gave a more detailed plan for spurring job creation, but I’m pleased that he at least wants to reform CEQA and provide more certainty to businesses.


“Barring any budget gimmicks, I am pleased with Governor Brown's growing commitment to focus on funding K-12 schools and universities while providing districts with more local control and flexibility. It is what families, students and teachers alike deserve. Investing in education is integral to our future economic health, and I am hopeful that the Legislature will uphold its commitment to using Prop 30 funds to boost our education system and ultimately our economy.”

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