(SACRAMENTO) – Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) issued the following statement after PG&E announced its intention to file bankruptcy:

“It’s critical that Californians have safe, reliable and affordable sources of energy. That’s why I will work closely with the Governor and my colleagues in the Legislature to ensure any solutions adequately protect our workers, environment and ratepayers.”

(SACRAMENTO) – Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) applauds the Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council for awarding $12.5 million to the Monterey and San Benito Counties Continuum of Care. The funds, a Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP) grant, will be allocated regionally by the Coalition of Homeless Services Providers to help those who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness.

(Sacramento) -  Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister), comes to the State Assembly after having served two terms on the San Benito County Board of Supervisors.  Over his county career, Rivas has  advocated for affordable housing, LGBQT equality, improved roadways, and  local higher education. He attended Gavilan College and Sacramento  State for undergraduate school and went on to San Jose State University  for graduate school. Prior to serving as county supervisor, Rivas worked  in staff positions for Assemblymembers Simon Salinas and Anna  Caballero.