Problem States across the Western region vary in their access to and use of renewable energy sources. Many states continue to rely heavily on fossil power-plants, with high pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Other states, such as California, have excess renewable energy sources during parts of the day, but lack […]

Climate Change | Robert Hertzberg | Senator | Los Angeles, CA

Problem During the past 60 years, California has moved from an agriculture and manufacturing-based economy to a services-based economy. As a result, state tax revenues have become less reliant on revenues derived from the Sales and Use Tax on goods and more reliant on revenues derived from the Personal Income […]

Jobs and Entrepreneurship, Smart Government | Robert Hertzberg | Senator | Los Angeles, CA

Problem Filing taxes can be a challenging, complicated process. It is even more frustrating for individuals, who, through no fault of their own, fall victim to administrative errors and delays from the tax collection agency.  Solution Senator Bob Hertzberg helped pass legislation this year to expand the taxpayer advocate program […]

Jobs and Entrepreneurship, Smart Government | Robert Hertzberg | Senator | Los Angeles, CA