In My Own Words

As Strip Clubs Pocket Tax Dollars, Lawmakers Target Tax Credits

June 04, 2013

Forbes: When it comes to tax incentives, Sen. Jerry Hill wants to take it off… as in all off… for two strip clubs in California. Sen. Hill has introduced legislation in the Golden State to put an end to a “loophole” that allows certain businesses to take advantage of a tax break meant to encourage economic development.

State Regulators Propose That PG&E Be Punished With A Record $2.25 Billion Penalty For San Bruno Blast

May 06, 2013

Mercury News: State safety regulators socked PG&E Monday with an eye-popping $2.25 billion in proposed penalties for the 2010 San Bruno natural gas pipeline disaster.

Jerry Hill: Don't buy PG&E's patronizing ad campaign; look at its actions

July 21, 2012

Saturday, July 21, 2012

By Jerry Hill
Special to the Mercury Newsmercurynews.com
Posted:   07/21/2012 05:20:35 PM PDT
July 22, 2012 12:20 AM GMTUpdated:   07/21/2012 05:20:36 PM PDT

In an effort to spruce up its tattered image, Pacific Gas & Electric has mounted a $10 million ad campaign, including a television spot in which CEO Tony Earley concedes the company "lost its way."

We are supposed to be comforted. I'm not buying it and neither should you.

Literacy and Democracy

June 12, 2012

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

By Jerry Hill

The season of graduation celebrations is upon us.

And while we revel in the excitement of receiving a diploma, or take pride in watching a loved one march to Pomp and Circumstance wearing a cap and gown, we also know that education does not end with graduation.

Memorial Day

May 28, 2012

Monday, May 28, 2012

By Assemblyman Jerry Hill

Memorial Day is a time when all Americans join together in solemn remembrance of the sacrifices of those who answered our nation's call.

Memorial Day brings to mind the great ideals for which so many Americans have sacrificed -- freedom, liberty, democracy, love of country.

This holiday has become misunderstood in our time.

PG&E, not ratepayers, should fund pipeline safety

March 19, 2012

Bob and Nancy Hensel are getting ready this week to move back into their rebuilt home that was destroyed during the 2010 PG&E gas pipeline explosion in San Bruno that killed eight people and destroyed 38 homes. Before their house was incinerated, they were paying PG&E every month for natural gas, assuming they were getting a safe, well-managed service. As it turns out, the money PG&E charged the Hensels was not used to maintain a safe gas pipeline.

The future of high speed rail in California

August 15, 2011

In 2008, California voters approved Proposition 1A, the $9.95 billion bond measure to provide a portion of the funds the state will need to construct a high-speed rail system from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

I voted for Proposition 1A because it seemed to be good public policy. Done right, high-speed rail has the potential to meet the future transportation demands of California's growing population by providing a green alternative to new freeway lanes and airport runways.

June 14 is Flag Day

June 14, 2011

By Jerry Hill

The American flag is very special to us. It is a symbol of our national unity. It is meant to be honored each and every day as the emblem of our history, our values and our heritage.

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Commemorating Yom HaShoah at the State Capitol

April 28, 2011

Sunday, May 1 is Yom HaShoah, the International Day of Holocaust Remembrance when we all are asked to reflect on the atrocities that occurred during World War II, when more than 6 million Jews — and millions of other individuals — were put to death by the Nazi regime.

Cesar Chavez Day of Service

March 30, 2011

Thursday March 31 is César Chávez Day of Service and Learning, a holiday established in 2000 to promote service to the communities of California in honor of the life and work of César Chávez.

César Chávez's life story is one of courage and a selfless commitment to justice for all. His example has great significance for Californians today.

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