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    To participate actively on behalf of our profession, there are a number of things you can do:
    Join the grass-roots network of optometrists who work to build understanding and influence.
    Be politically active with elected officials and candidates on behalf of optometry, yourself and health care providers generally. Contact our Governmental Affairs Chairperson- Dr. Richard Skay  to get involved. Email: rmskay@yahoo.com

     

    Path of a Bill through the California State Legislature:

    IDEA --> AUTHOR --> First Reading Introduction (Senate or Assembly) -->
    Committee Hearings --> Second & Third Readings --> Repeat Process in Other House --> Resolution of Differences (between Assembly & Senate) --> Governor -->LAW

    State Governor

    Written correspondence for State Senate and Assembly should be addressed as follows:
    Honorable George Washington
    California State Senate (or Assembly)
    State Capitol
    Sacramento, CA 95814

    State Senate:

    Comprised of 40 members serving staggered four-year terms. The President Pro Tempore is the chief officer.
    See http://www.sen.ca.gov/ State Senate Website

    The State Assembly

    Comprised of 80 members, each serving two year terms. The Assembly is presided over by the Speaker of the House. http://www.assembly.ca.gov/ for State Assembly Website

     

     


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