Recent News in the 13th District

CPUC Criticized for Lack of a Safety Culture
November 18, 2013

KTVU, Channel 2: More than three years after the deadly PG&E San Bruno explosion, state legislators are still trying to figure out the mindset of the California Public Utilities Commission, the regulatory agency frequently accused of being too cozy with the utility.

San Carlos: PUC Units Disagree Over Whether the Gas Line is Safe to Operate
November 18, 2013

Oakland Tribune: Experts with the same regulatory agency disagreed Monday about whether a PG&E natural gas pipeline beneath San Carlos is safe to resume operations at full pressure, raising fresh questions about potential hazards linked to the pipe.

Expressing Gratitude for Our Veterans
November 11, 2013

San Mateo Daily Journal Guest Perspective: On Nov. 11 each year, our nation celebrates Veterans Day, a day set aside to honor the courage and sacrifices of our nation’s veterans. This tribute is for the more than 23 million current American veterans and to the countless millions more who have made the supreme sacrifice throughout the history of our country.

State PUC Criticized for Failing to Emphasize Safety of Natural Gas Pipelines
October 28, 2013

Oakland Tribune: The state Public Utilities Commission -- the primary regulator of PG&E's natural gas and electricity operations -- has failed to adequately emphasize safety, according to a harshly critical state legislative report released Monday in San Carlos.

Press Releases

Senator Jerry Hill Announces 6th Annual Bill Idea Contest - November 27, 2013
Half Moon Bay Mayor, Wildlife Groups Join Senator Hill to Celebrate New Mountain Lion Protection Law - November 26, 2013
Hill Holds Hearing on Safety and the California Public Utilities Commission - November 14, 2013
New Report Highlights CPUC Weaknesses in Safety Oversight, Questions Agency Priorities - October 29, 2013
Hill Calls Hearing to Improve Safety Communications Between Utilities, CPUC and Cities - October 21, 2013
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