Senior Scam Stopper Series
CASTRO VALLEY - Assemblymember Bill Quirk (D-Hayward) is hosting several Senior Scam Stopper events throughout the 20th Assembly District this summer. The events, held in cooperation with the Contractor’s State License Board will help consumers learn how to spot commons scams and avoid falling prey to them. Attendees can get answers to their questions and obtain immediate assistance if they have been victims of a scam.
The seminar will feature a panel of experts from across the state, who will discuss topics including: how to protect oneself from identity theft, how to avoid investment related scams, and what to look for and ask about before engaging in home and auto repair contracts.

Assemblymember Quirk Recognizes Castro Valley Bakery Helping At-Risk Youth as “Small Business of the Year”
SACRAMENTO –Assemblymember Bill Quirk, D-Hayward, recognized Swiss Delices bakery and its owner, Christine Clement, for mentoring the next generation of chefs and culinary stars by providing employment and educational opportunities to high-risk youth as the “Small Business of the Year” for the 20th Assembly District at the California Small Business Association’s annual ceremony at the Sacramento Convention Center last week.

Assemblymember Quirk Attends Hearing in Oakland to Examine the Root and Cause of Gun Violence and Identify Effective Strategies to Reduce It
OAKLAND – Assemblymember Bill Quirk (D-Hayward) joined Select Committee on Gun Violence in the East Bay Chair, Assemblymber Rob Bonta, Assemblymember Nancy Skinner, Senator Loni Hancock, Oakland Mayor Jean Quan, Law Enforcement Officials, Community Based Organizations, and members of the public to address local and statewide issues related to gun violence.
Marita Cheng, Woman of the Year

May 4, 2013 (HAYWARD) - Marita Cheng was recognized as the 2013 Distinguished Woman of the Year in honor of her many significant contributions to the people of the 20th Assembly District. “I’m proud to recognize such a kind and generous woman, who has always put her community first and whose efforts have brought our community together to celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the 20th District, ” stated Assemblymember Quirk.
These are heady days for us California climate policy watchers. Last month, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) reported that the state's carbon emissions declined in 2011 for the third straight year. Last week, CARB convened its second successful carbon allowance auction. And with each day, it seems, the state sets a new solar power record.
A host of factors explain California's carbon-cutting success, among them the Silicon Valley innovation engine, world-class universities and national laboratories, and a Democratic-controlled Governor's Office and Legislature. But perhaps the most important factor, the one absent at the national level, is a legally binding plan to reduce carbon emissions.
On February 13, Assembly member Bill Quirk (D-Hayward), a freshman state lawmaker elected in November 2012, introduced a bill (AB 284) that requires the state to plan for carbon reductions through 2050. AB 284 does not codify Schwarzenegger's 2050 GHG reduction target (more on this below) but it would require the California Energy Commission (CEC) to convene a new "Road to 2050 Board."
(Sacramento) -- Bill Quirk joined his new colleagues in the State Assembly chambers on Monday to be sworn in as the new Assemblymember from the 20th district. Assemblymember Quirk (D-Hayward) says two of his top priorities will be education and improving the business climate.
Vows to make schools, jobs, safety top priorities in office
(SACRAMENTO) - Bill Quirk (D-Hayward) was sworn in today as the Assemblymember for the 20th District, which consists of Hayward, Union City, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, Sunol and North Fremont. The ceremony was held on the Assembly Floor at the State Capitol.
Capitol Office:
State Capitol
P.O. Box 942849
Sacramento, CA 94249-0020
Tel: (916) 319-2020
Fax: (916) 319-2120
District Office:
22320 Foothill Blvd, Suite 540
Hayward, CA 94541
Tel: (510) 583-8818
Fax: (510) 583-8800