The Governor has declared a fiscal emergency and called a Special Session to address the budget shortfall of over $11 billion with an intention to pass the new budget by as early as late December 2008.
Sip Tea, Save Children
KRC is campaigning to protect the health of all children and their families regardless of their immigration status by advocating for an expanded State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Just days after the inauguration, KRC will mount two art exhibits in D.C. at a Congressional building and Union Station’s West Hall to send this message. You can support this campaign by donating and purchasing tickets at our fundraiser tea house.
KRC is campaigning to protect the health of all children and their families regardless of their immigration status by advocating for an expanded State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Just days after the inauguration, KRC will mount two art exhibits in D.C. at a Congressional building and Union Station’s West Hall to send this message. You can support this campaign by donating and purchasing tickets at our fundraiser tea house.
MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 4, 2008
Contact:
Caroline Lee (323) 937-3718
Nancy Berlin (323)-422-2830
Hala Masri (626) 236-0467 (API)
No More Budget Cuts!
As Our State is About to Run Out of Funds, Families, Seniors, and Advocates Call for Alternative Revenue Streams and a Timely Budget.
What:
Press conference to demand that lawmakers tap new revenue sources and stop budget cuts to programs that protect the most vulnerable populations.
When:
Thursday, August 7, 2008 at 11:00 a.m.
Dear Legislator:
On June 27, 2008, two hundred Korean Americans – mostly seniors and children – rallied in front of the Governor’s office to protect the happiness and well-being of low-income and immigrant communities.
