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Proposition 50 sparks debate on rural representation in Northern California – Action News Now
“Gerrymandering poisons democracy, no matter the party or place. It breeds distrust and buries communities like ours,” said Modoc County Supervisor and RCRC Chair Geri Byrne at a gathering opposing Proposition 50. Byrne joined Congressman Doug LaMalfa, local farmers, and community representatives in warning that the measure would strip rural areas of fair congressional representation.
California euthanized 4 wolves in Sierra after cattle kills – The Sacramento Bee
California wildlife officials euthanized four gray wolves in Sierra Valley and plan to relocate three more to a wildlife sanctuary, after months of nonlethal efforts failed to prevent livestock attacks that cost ranchers tens of thousands of dollars and terrified residents.
Rep. Kiley Urges Congress to be In Session and Act on Rural School Funding – Rep Kevin Kiley
Congressman Kevin Kiley (CA-03) is calling for swift congressional action to reauthorize the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program, which provides essential funding to public schools in rural communities across the United States, including those in California’s Third Congressional District.