State Rep. Diane Dixon
Recent News About State Rep. Diane Dixon
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Audit finds oversight issues in Orange County treatment centers
Assemblymember Diane Dixon recently addressed the findings of a critical audit concerning the Department of Health Care Services' (DHCS) oversight of drug and alcohol treatment facilities.
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Black abalone designated as California state seashell
Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) celebrated the signing of Assembly Bill 2504 into law on October 1, 2024. The new legislation designates the Black Abalone as the California State Seashell.
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Assemblymember Dixon to host town hall on fentanyl in Laguna Beach
Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) will host a Fentanyl Town Hall in Laguna Beach on Wednesday, October 2. This event follows her recent recognition of National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day and aims to increase awareness and education about the fentanyl crisis.
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Governor signs three new bills authored by Assemblymember Diane Dixon
SACRAMENTO (September 26, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) has announced the signing of three more bills she authored into law. On August 31, the California Legislature concluded the 2024 Legislative Session, sending approximately 1,000 bills to the Governor for his signature or veto.
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Assemblymember Dixon hosts coastal cleanup events with environmental advocate Ryan Hickman
SACRAMENTO (September 16, 2024) – This month, Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) will be hosting several beach cleanup events to help commemorate California Coastal Cleanup Day.
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Assemblymember Dixon to host "Coffee with a Cop" events in September
Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) will be hosting two local events this month for constituents to meet and interact with public safety officers.
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Assemblymember Dixon criticizes new special session on high gas prices
SACRAMENTO (September 4, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) issued a statement addressing the Governor's recent call for a Special Session to investigate high gas prices.
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Assemblymember Dixon opposes Senate Bill allowing potential release of convicted murderers
SACRAMENTO (August 29, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) issued a statement regarding Senate Bill 94, which will not be brought forward for a vote before the end of the 2024 Legislative Session.
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Assemblymember Dixon addresses rising fentanyl deaths on awareness day
SACRAMENTO (Aug 21, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) issued a statement on National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day:
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Assemblymember Dixon announces bridge dedication honoring Marian Bergeson
On August 13, 2024, Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) announced that she will honor former Assemblymember and Senator Marian Bergeson by dedicating the Upper Newport Bay Bridge in her memory. The dedication ceremony is scheduled for Friday, September 13.
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Assemblymember Diane Dixon holds district advisory meetings during summer recess
NEWPORT BEACH (August 8, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) held several advisory and working groups with thought leaders throughout the district during the summer break.
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Assemblymember Dixon addresses rental fee hikes at O.C. Fairgrounds
SACRAMENTO (August 5, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) issued a statement regarding the rental fee increases for the equestrian center at the Orange County Fairgrounds.
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Governor signs two bills authored by Assemblymember Diane Dixon
SACRAMENTO (July 16, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) provided an update on her legislative package. During June and July, the Legislature held final policy committee hearings and voted on numerous bills as they approached the end of the legislative process. This month, two of Dixon's bills passed through the Senate, were presented to the Governor, and signed into law.
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Assemblymember Dixon celebrates World Oceans Day at KelpFest
LAGUNA BEACH (June 5, 2024) – On Saturday, Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) will celebrate World Oceans Day at KelpFest. The festival, hosted by the Laguna Ocean Foundation, honors Laguna Beach’s coastal shoreline and kelp resources. It is a family-friendly event aimed at raising awareness about ocean conservation and starts at 10 a.m. at Main Beach in Laguna Beach.
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Dixon updates progress on legislative agenda amid House of Origin deadline
SACRAMENTO (May 30, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) has provided an update on the progress of her legislative package this session. Last Friday marked the Legislature's House of Origin deadline, a critical juncture where bills must be approved by their originating house to advance to the other chamber. Approximately 61 percent of Assembly bills introduced this year have passed over to the Senate, including several authored by Dixon.
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Assemblymember Dixon criticizes high gas prices in California
On May 16, 2024, Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) provided a statement on the Petroleum Oversight Hearing. She voiced her concerns about the high gas prices in California and discussed her proposed legislation to address this issue.
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Assemblymember Dixon criticizes Governor's May Revise for State Budget
On May 10, 2024, Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) released a statement regarding the Governor's May Revise for the State Budget. Dixon expressed concern over the lack of a sustainable path to zero deficit budgeting in the revision, highlighting the $27.6 billion deficit that still needs to be addressed.
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Assemblymember Dixon Advocates for Relief from California Mandates
Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) expressed her disappointment at the Transportation Committee’s decision regarding Assembly Bill 3153 and Assembly Bill 2626. Dixon highlighted the implications of these decisions on businesses in California, particularly the Balboa Island Ferry and local government agencies."AB 3153 would have simply offered more time to find funding and new-to-the world technology to comply. It is but one example of California regulating businesses out of business," Dixon stated, referring to the challenges faced by the Balboa Island Ferry in...
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Assemblymember Dixon Introduces ACR 182 to Combat Ocean Pollution on Earth Day
SACRAMENTO – Today, Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) introduced Assembly Concurrent Resolution 182 which commits to reducing pollution in our oceans. Assemblymember Dixon's district includes a significant portion of the Orange County coastline, including Seal Beach, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, and Newport Beach.ACR 182 resolves to "promote and encourage solutions and resources for keeping the oceans and coastlines healthy and eliminating the Great Pacific Garbage Patch." The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a collection of debris, trash, and waste that has...
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KAYLEIGH’S LAW KILLED IN ASSEMBLY PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) expressed her disappointment after Assembly Bill 1931, known as Kayleigh’s Law, was killed in the Assembly Public Safety Committee. Dixon stated, “There is a reason that survivors, like Kayleigh and Kristy, dedicate their time to advocating for victims. It is unthinkable that without this bill, survivors must see their abusers multiple times in their life to secure a very basic protection of a restraining order. If a predator has attacked an individual resulting in a serious felony, violent felony or a felony sex offense,...