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About this office
State assembly members introduce and vote on new laws, hold hearings, and draft the state budget. They are elected to two-year terms.
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My Top 3 Priorities
When elected, George Barks will focus on building strong bipartisanship relationships with fellow legislators, find common ground and push through policies that matter for the residents of District 66.
George Barks is focused on alleviating the homeless issue, waiving the CA State gas tax for one year, and supporting law enforcement agencies with more funding and training.
George is a common sense critical thinker who has spent a lifetime serving the public and when he is elected he will work hard to champion the best interests of the people of District 66.
Experience
Community Activities
Vice President, Hermosa Beach Sister City Association (2020–current)
Man of the Year, Hermosa Beach Chamber (2018–2018)
President, Hermosa Beach Sister City Association (2014–2018)
President, United States/Mexico Sister Cities Association (2008–2012)
George discusses his political philosophy with a concerned voter (Matt Tilley). George is a firm believer in bipartisanship, finding common ground with legislators that think differently and building ideas from that foundation.
George discusses the CA State Gas Tax and how we need a short term policy that alleviates the cost at the pump for residents until the economy bounces back.
