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“Through her leadership funding was allocated for the creation of the CSU Channel Island School of Engineering and for innovation centers on UC campuses to transform UC research into products.”
“In her second term in the Assembly, Irwin successfully authored important policies into law with reforms to community college placement policies that have increased transfers and degrees, expansions to consumer protections for active duty military, and protections to prevent serial workplace sexual harassment that earned the “Job Creator” designation from the California Chamber of Commerce.”
“Her leadership secured important funding for critical district infrastructure projects including the Rice Avenue Grade Separation and the Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant.”
“I am ready to stand up for our district and state in Congress, fighting Trump’s assault on our democracy and values while prioritizing public safety, affordability, and the needs of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.”
Keep guns away from criminals, domestic abusers and others who pose a danger
Reduce gun violence
“In her third term in the Assembly, Irwin focused heavily on gun violence prevention legislation in response to the Borderline Shooting in Thousand Oaks, CA. Her legislation strengthened Gun Violence Restraining Orders, in part by allowing them to extend up to five years. She also required law enforcement agencies to have policies about using Gun Violence Restraining Orders. Irwin also secured $3 million to support local law enforcement efforts to recover firearms from individuals listed in the Armed and Prohibited Possessors System.”
“Irwin's efforts also have resulted in laws that expanded access to mental health treatment for veterans, streamlined bureaucracy related to California corporations, and supported LGBTQ seniors.”
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“Irwin continued her focus on ensuring safety for California families with laws that protect children from unsafe products, assist law enforcement investigating online crime, and empower parents to safeguard their child’s identity.”
“During her time in the Legislature, Assemblymember Irwin has passed 86 laws into law. Helping fix problems for everyday Californians, creating new consumer rights, supporting students from Preschool through College, expanding recycling and other environmental programs, enhancing government and personal cybersecurity, and much more.”
Win infrastructure funding for their own state or district
“Her leadership secured important funding for critical district infrastructure projects including the Rice Avenue Grade Separation and the Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant.”
“Her leadership secured important funding for critical district infrastructure projects including the Rice Avenue Grade Separation and the Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant.”
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“When safety and noise issues about the MetroLink were raised in Simi Valley, Assemblymember Irwin was quick to secure $4.5 million in the State Budget for critical improvements to the rail crossing to save lives and reduce noise pollution.”
“I am ready to stand up for our district and state in Congress, fighting Trump’s assault on our democracy and values while prioritizing public safety, affordability, and the needs of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.”
Expand mental health care for veterans and service members
“Her legislation created tax-free savings accounts for the disabled, increased the cybersecurity of state agencies, and removed barriers for military service members seeking mental health services.”
“Irwin's efforts also have resulted in laws that expanded access to mental health treatment for veterans, streamlined bureaucracy related to California corporations, and supported LGBTQ seniors.”
Cut small business taxes, including through credits and deductions
“Championed reinstating Net Operating Loss (NOLs) tax credits and Research and Development (R&D) tax credits helping California small businesses and our local economy.”
“Irwin also championed the environment with laws that expanded the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, promoted renewable energy resources, while also leading efforts to utilize the local brine line to bring purified water to local farmers.”
“Irwin's efforts also have resulted in laws that expanded access to mental health treatment for veterans, streamlined bureaucracy related to California corporations, and supported LGBTQ seniors.”
Limit overdevelopment and protect neighborhood character and open space
“On the City Council she was a strong advocate for the preservation of open space and responsible development, while working tirelessly to ensure that families had a safe community.”
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“Assemblymember Irwin also Chairs the Assembly Select Committee on Cybersecurity, and Co-Chairs the National Conference of State Legislatures Task Force on Cybersecurity. These roles have allowed her to help lead national and statewide efforts to improve our cybersecurity policies.”
“Created the University of California Innovation and Entrepreneurship Initiative, with initial funding of $22 million in 2016. The program encourages the UC to convert research and science into products that benefit society. This CalChamber “Job Creator”, resulted in a return on investment of over 14 times, enabling over 1,000 start-ups and at least 529 product launches from UC research.”
“In 2020, Irwin shifted the majority of her efforts towards assisting her district's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Irwin spearheaded efforts to collect personal protective equipment (PPE) for front line health care workers and organized blood drives during a local shortage.”
“Irwin also brought together local governments, academics, private businesses, and non-profits to conduct a COVID-19 antibody testing study in Ventura County.”
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“Brought together State & Local Officials and Ventura County Agricultural Leaders to allow farmers to have access to recycled water for their crops, enabling more productive operations even in years of drought.”
