LaMalfa Legislation to Protect Rural Areas from Fires Passes House

Today, the Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act, which was introduced by Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale), passed the House as part of a larger permitting reform package, the PERMIT Act. In 2023, a court ruling imposed additional unnecessary and burdensome red tape on... Read More.

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month; a reminder that every choice behind the wheel matters. The California Highway Patrol is committed to keeping our roads safe, and we’re asking you to help us make a difference. Impaired driving, whether caused by alcohol, drugs, or... Read More.

California Invests 1.1 Billion to Boost Zero Emission Transit Safety and Infrastructure

California Advances Infrastructure with $1.1 Billion Investment in Zero-Emission Transit and Safety Projects Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that the California Transportation Commission has approved $1.1 billion to enhance the state's transportation infrastructure. This funding supports new zero-emission buses, charging stations, bridge restoration, highway safety... Read More.

USDA moves to limit solar, wind projects on farms

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it will no longer support solar and wind projects on productive farmland or allow solar panels manufactured by foreign adversaries to be used in USDA-funded projects. “Our prime farmland should not be wasted and replaced with green new... Read More.

Planned Prescribed Burning at Sawmill Peak, Near Concow and Challenge

Firefighters on the Plumas National Forest Feather River Ranger District plan to conduct prescribed burning operations next week at locations including Sawmill Peak, the Concow area and Challenge with ignitions planned Tuesday through Thursday, conditions permitting. Approximately 400 acres are planned in the Sawmill Peak... Read More.