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Legislative Milestone for Rural Communities as Assemblywoman Hadwick’s Bills Advance to Senate

Tuesday, June 17

The Office of Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick recently announced significant legislative advancements for rural communities, environmental safety, and wildfire resilience, as five of her bills—Assembly Bill 429, AB 441, AB 959, AB 993, and AB 998—cleared the state Assembly with unanimous bipartisan support and are... Read More.

Hadwick Advocates for Rural Schools Funding in Bipartisan D.C. Delegation

Wednesday, June 4

The Office of Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick has announced her participation in a bipartisan delegation of rural advocates in Washington, D.C. The delegation focused on advocating for the reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act, which is crucial for funding public schools,... Read More.

Californias EV Charging Expansion Faces Rural Challenges in Plumas County

Wednesday, May 28

Since 2015, California has focused on increasing electric vehicle (EV) deployment to combat greenhouse gas emissions. As of March 2025, the number of EV charging stations in the state has more than doubled since 2022, with approximately 178,000 charging ports now available—about 48% more... Read More.

Join the Quincy Community Collaborative for Rural Recreation Economic Development on May 13

Monday, May 5

Quincy/East Quincy Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC) Community Collaborative Convening (C3) on Tuesday, May 13th hosted by Plumas County and Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC). It will be from 4pm - 6pm with doors opening at 3:30pm at Quincy Veteran’s Hall.The C3 is... Read More.

Lassen County Board Proposes Removal of Fire Sprinkler Requirement for Large Rural Dwellings

Wednesday, April 2

On March 25, 2025, the Board of Supervisors introduced and waived the first reading of the ordinance amending Section 12.27.300 (Fire Safety regulations) of Chapter 12.27 (Limited Density Owner-Built Rural Dwellings) of the Lassen County Code. The amendment will remove the requirement to install... Read More.

Rural Counties Face Financial Strain as Secure Rural Schools Act Excluded from Budget

Tuesday, April 1

The Secure Rural Schools Act, a significant financial support mechanism for counties with extensive federal land, has been excluded from the recent budget passed by Congress. This exclusion stems from cost-cutting measures under the Trump administration. The Act was designed to compensate counties for... Read More.

Methamphetamine Conviction in Susanville Highlights Rural California’s Drug Challenges

Thursday, March 13

The recent conviction of Jose Magallanes in Susanville underscores the persistent issue of methamphetamine possession in rural Northern California. This case highlights the challenges faced by Lassen County, as well as neighboring areas like Modoc County, in managing drug-related offenses and repeat offenders. The... Read More.

Maternity Care Deserts Expand as Rural Hospitals Close Labor and Delivery Departments

Tuesday, March 4

When Plumas District Hospital closed its maternity ward in 2022, Plumas County joined a list of 12 California counties with no healthcare facility that delivers babies. The Seneca and Eastern Plumas healthcare districts had discontinued labor and delivery services years before.The closure of labor... Read More.

Expanding Broadband Access in Rural Northern California

Monday, February 10

High-speed internet is becoming more accessible to rural communities in Plumas, Lassen, Sierra, and Modoc Counties, thanks to a $1 billion broadband expansion effort led by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). This initiative, which spans 47 counties statewide, aims to bridge the digital... Read More.

Heather Hadwick Urges Congress to Renew Crucial Funding for California’s Rural Communities

Wednesday, January 29

Assemblymember Heather Hadwick is advocating for the reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act to aid struggling rural communities in California. She, along with other legislators, has sent a letter to federal lawmakers emphasizing the importance of this funding program, which... Read More.

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Legislative Milestone for Rural Communities as Assemblywoman Hadwick’s Bills Advance to Senate

Hadwick Advocates for Rural Schools Funding in Bipartisan D.C. Delegation

Californias EV Charging Expansion Faces Rural Challenges in Plumas County

Join the Quincy Community Collaborative for Rural Recreation Economic Development on May 13

Lassen County Board Proposes Removal of Fire Sprinkler Requirement for Large Rural Dwellings

Rural Counties Face Financial Strain as Secure Rural Schools Act Excluded from Budget

Methamphetamine Conviction in Susanville Highlights Rural California’s Drug Challenges

Maternity Care Deserts Expand as Rural Hospitals Close Labor and Delivery Departments

Expanding Broadband Access in Rural Northern California

Heather Hadwick Urges Congress to Renew Crucial Funding for California’s Rural Communities

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