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Implementation of Chip Europay, Mastercard, and Visa/Tap Cards for California Electronic Benefit Transfer

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Implementation of Chip Europay, Mastercard, and Visa/Tap Cards for California Electronic Benefit Transfer This notice is to inform Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Merchants currently accepting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and/or cash benefits on the California Electronic Benefit Transfer card (EBT) that the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is upgrading its magstripe EBT…

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L.A. County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Approve Creation of Independent Ethics Commission and Ethics Reform

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L.A. County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Approve Creation of Independent Ethics Commission and Ethics Reform Today, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion introduced by Supervisor Kathryn Barger and co-authored by Chair Lindsey P. Horvath that directs the creation of an independent Ethics Commission and ethics reform measures to improve transparency and create…

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TOMORROW: Supervisors Holly Mitchell and Kathryn Barger to Host Press Conference for Consistency and Transparency on Countywide Ballot Measures

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TOMORROW: Supervisors Holly Mitchell and Kathryn Barger to Host Press Conference for Consistency and Transparency on Countywide Ballot Measures WHAT: Los Angeles County Supervisors Holly J. Mitchell and Kathryn Barger will join community leaders to discuss their motion calling for consistency and transparency in countywide ballot measures. Currently, Los Angeles County voters receive a fiscal analysis only…

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Barger Celebrates New Home of Long-Standing Pasadena Facility for Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Treatment

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Barger Celebrates New Home of Long-Standing Pasadena Facility for Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Treatment Photos, audio and b-roll showcasing event are available  Yesterday, the 75-year-old Pasadena Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (PCADD) celebrated its new location, located in the heart of Pasadena. The long-lasting program, now operated by the non-profit Social Model Recovery Systems, has brought healing and hope…