Politics & Government
Bill combatting food insecurity passes California State Senate, headed to Assembly
KGET 17 News · May 28, 2026

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The California State Senate has approved a bill seeking to expand the state's food programs to help families connect with critical food resources. State Senate Bill 1025 -- dubbed the Food Access and Affordability Act -- was authored by Sen. Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield), who is currently running for reelection, and was [...]
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