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First Partner Siebel Newsom Launches Social Health Council
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In Short: Jennifer Siebel Newsom, First Partner of California, has established the state's first Social Health Council to enhance community connections, following the passing of Dolly Parton.
California's First Partner, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, has taken a significant step in community health by launching the state's first Social Health Council. This initiative aims to strengthen community ties and support social well-being across the state.
In honor of the late singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist Dolly Parton, flags on all state buildings in California will be flown at half-staff. Parton's legacy of community service and support is being celebrated through this gesture.
Additionally, Governor Gavin Newsom and his office are encouraging Californians to volunteer and serve through the end of 2026 and beyond, with the California Service Corps members having already served over two million hours in 2026.
Josh Fryday, Director of the Governor's Office of Service and Community Engagement and California Chief Service Officer, highlighted the state's commitment to service, stating, 'California has championed service on an unprecedented level.
Background
California is a U.S. state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, and Nevada and Arizona to the east; it also shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south.
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- News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom issued the following statement today and ordered all flags on state buildings to be flown at half-staff in honor of the passing of…
- Californians are encouraged to volunteer and serve through the end of 2026, and beyond at CaliforniaVolunteers.Ca.Gov. “California has championed service on an unprecedented level, and I’m proud to announce…