CSU-WATER in partnership with The Maddy Institute and the Office of Assemblymember David Tangipa are hosting a statewide webinar series designed to help students, faculty, and stakeholders understand how California’s Legislature shapes water policy—and how emerging leaders can get involved. Read More

Republican legislators have been forceful in warning that the study could become the foundation for a future tax they say would hit low‑ and middle‑income families the hardest. Assemblymember David Tangipa called AB 1421 “a direct assault on everyday Californians in rural portions of California,” where longer commutes are common.…

Assemblymember David Tangipa, a Republican from Fresno, said the project makes little sense for the region. “What are people supposed to do when they take high-speed rail to Wasco — call an Uber?” he said. “There’s no public transportation.” “This is connecting rural areas to rural areas,” Tangipa added. “That’s…

Opponents—primarily Republican lawmakers—argue the proposal is a hidden tax increase that will hit working families hardest. Assemblymember David Tangipa, who represents rural areas where long commutes are common, called the proposal: “A direct assault on everyday Californians in rural portions of California that own gas vehicles.” Read More

California State Assemblymember David Tangipa, former Fresno State tight end, announced his intent to file resolutions to encourage CTE education for youth contact sport coaches statewide…“I want to make sure every single elected official knows the work being done to protect the youth, promote our sports, provide safety, and to…