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Garment Worker Protection Act Passes the CA Senate
Posted on June 29, 2020
Friends, In a 25-11 vote, garment workers and labor advocates passed SB 1399 though the California Senate! We did this with your support – your letters, your calls, and your contributions […]
Bet Tzedek Services During COVID-19
Posted on March 23, 2020
In order to keep clients, volunteers, and staff safe during COVID-19, Bet Tzedek has implemented remote intake procedures for all client matters. All services areas remain available through these procedures. […]
COVID-19 and Workers’ Rights
Posted on March 16, 2020
Many workers have questions about how the COVID-19 outbreak will affect their jobs and income. Below are links to resources which aim to address these questions. These materials will be […]
First Day Reflections from Diego Cartagena, President & CEO
Posted on February 3, 2020
PRESS RELEASE: California Plaintiffs Win Case Against State For Failing To Provide Federally-Mandated In-Home Supportive Services
Posted on January 23, 2020
January 23, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE State must reimburse or pay Medi-Cal recipients and conduct statewide outreach to thousands of Californians who may be eligible for in-home services LOS ANGELES — Thousands […]
Bet Tzedek Executive Leadership Transition Announcement
Posted on January 17, 2020
Bet Tzedek Names Diego Cartagena as New President & CEO
Posted on January 17, 2020
CONTACT: Allison Lee, Vice President External Affairs, 310-991-0373 or alee@bettzedek.org LOS ANGELES (JANUARY 17, 2020) – Bet Tzedek announced today that its Board of Directors […]
AB 629 Human Trafficking Victims Compensation Bill Receives Governor’s Signature
Posted on October 10, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 10, 2019 Contact: Danni.Wang@asm.ca.gov (661) 286-1565 Smith Human Trafficking Victims Compensation Bill Receives Governor’s Signature SACRAMENTO, CA — Assemblywoman Christy Smith (D-Santa Clarita) […]
Garment Workers Will No Longer Wait Years for Stolen Wages
Posted on June 29, 2019
Governor Newsom’s First Budget Includes Millions for Historically Insolvent Restitution Fund Los Angeles, CA – Garment workers are the backbone of L.A.’s manufacturing sector. They contribute to the […]
Smith Advances Legislation to Help Victims of Human Trafficking
Posted on March 26, 2019
SACRAMENTO – Assemblywoman Smith (D-Santa Clarita) and joint-author Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez (D-San Diego) moved forward AB 629 to help human trafficking victims rebuild their lives. The bill is cosponsored by […]
When going green brings an unexpected financial burden
Posted on March 6, 2019
In the words of Bet Tzedek Attorney Jenna Miara, “There is a much better way to get green energy improvements in LA County. It cannot be on the backs of […]
Justice for Car Wash Workers
Posted on December 3, 2018
L.A. City Attorney Mike Feuer announced on Tuesday that his office, in collaboration with Bet Tzedek and other local organizations, successfully secured over $1M in restitution for approximately 60 […]