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A Day in the Life of Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin

(Thousand Oaks, CA) — Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) loves her job as an Assemblymember, the fast pace, the variety of work, and most importantly the ability to give back. Take an inside look as she describes what being a Assemblymember entails and how she works to deliver to her constituents. Watch this Assembly Access video to see http://www.asmdc.org/irwin

Op-Ed: Even the Playing Field for Community College Students

Earlier this summer, students across California accomplished their dream of a college degree. But for every person who graduates, there are thousands who don’t.

Students of color are particularly likely to drop out, in part because they are disproportionately placed into remedial classes. This can add years to their course load and reduces their chances of completing college.

As transcribed in the Sacramento Bee.

New bill will make it possible to get married on Saturday

Why drive to Vegas?

For $143—$98 for the marriage license and $45 for the actual ceremony—a couple can get hitched quickly and inexpensively during the week at the Ventura County clerk’s office.

And now, as a result of Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin’s (D-Camarillo) new bill, Saturday ceremonies will likely make a comeback.

As published in the Camarillo Acorn.

Judges can start charging for weekend weddings again

The ban on compensating California judges for performing weekend weddings has ended, possibly clearing the way for Saturday nuptials to be restarted at the county government complex in Ventura.

Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill Monday that immediately restores the opportunity for judges to charge nominal fees for officiating at weddings on weekends or holidays.

As published in the Ventura County Star.

Assemblymember Irwin hosts "Be Prepared" Safety Fair

(Thousand Oaks, CA) – Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) was joined by over 20 agencies and community organizations at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Park for a “Be Prepared” Safety Fair. Experts were there to answer questions on how to prepare for everything from major disasters to everyday emergencies. Demonstrations included: hands only CPR, how to use a fire extinguisher, proper bike helmet fittings and how to swim out of a riptide. The Assemblywoman believes part of her job as an elected representative is to present information to her constituents so that they will have the necessary tools to help ensure safer communities.