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Four Bills Authored by Senator Chang Clears Major Hurdles

April 11, 2019
SACRAMENTO - Four bills authored by Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) have passed out of committee with unanimous approval. These bills support veterans, improve public safety, and promote good digital citizenship. “I’m pleased to receive bipartisan and unanimous approval,” said Senator Chang...

Senator Chang's Legislation to Prevent Drone Hit and Run Passes Senate Transportation Committee

April 9, 2019
SACRAMENTO, CA - The Senate Transportation Committee unanimously approved a drone hit and run prevention bill authored by Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar). Senate Bill 648 promotes user responsibility and public safety by applying the same principles underpinning vehicle hit and run laws to...

Senator Chang Fights for the Homeless, Urges Governor to Support the Homeless Emergency Aid Program

April 4, 2019
SACRAMENTO – As part of her on-going efforts to advocate for the homeless, Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) has delivered a letter to Governor Newsom requesting support for the Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP). “California is home to one-quarter of the homeless population in the United...

Senator Ling Ling Chang, Social Compassion In Legislation, Animal Advocates Gather To Provide Free Pet Microchips And Advocate For Microchipping Bill

April 2, 2019
Advocates from across the state gathered at the State Capitol today to push for legislation authored by Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) that would require local animal control agencies to microchip all recovered cats and dogs.

Major News For Pet Owners: Senator Ling Ling Chang And Social Compassion In Legislation To Provide Free Microchipping On East Lawn Of California Capitol

April 1, 2019
Press conference around microchip policy set for 9am – comes after unanimous committee vote on SB 64. Microchipping of pets is the easiest and most effective way to help them in the tragic event they become lost or become separated during a natural disaster, but many pets in California have never...

Senator Chang Introduces Legislation to Waive Pet Adoption Fees for Military Veterans

March 26, 2019
Senator Ling Ling Chang ( R-Diamond Bar ) recently introduced Senate Bill 245 which calls on animal shelters throughout the state to waive pet adoption fees for military veterans. California is home to 2 million military veterans, including many who struggle to cope with Post-Traumatic Stress...

Senator Ling Ling Chang Honors JJANG Restaurant/Orange as 2019 Small Business of the Month

March 16, 2019
“Mr. Lee has built his business from the ground up and I’m proud to recognize JJANG Restaurant/Orange as the 29th District’s Small Business of the Month,” said Senator Chang. “It’s important for us to take the time to celebrate hardworking businesses that make a positive impact in the community – they are the backbone of our economy.”

Senator Chang Introduces Legislation to Combat Cybercriminals and Computer Hackers

March 12, 2019
SACRAMENTO, CA – Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) introduced Senate Bill 239 , which would make it easier to prosecute serious cybercriminals and computer hackers. The proposal would align the statute of limitations for felony computer hacking with similar forms of crimes by allowing for...

Senator Ling Ling Chang Honors Hannah Kim as 29th District Woman of the Year

March 5, 2019
Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) honored Hannah Yejin Kim as the 29th Senate District’s Woman of the Year during a Senate session in Sacramento. The recipient of the award is a Diamond Bar native with a passion for service and honoring veterans.

Senator Ling Ling Chang Selects Hannah Kim as 29th Senate District Woman of the Year

February 21, 2019
Today Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) announced that she has selected Hannah Yejin Kim as the 29th Senate District’s Woman of the Year. The recipient of the award is a Diamond Bar native with a passion for service and honoring veterans.

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Senator Ling Ling Chang Honors Fat Freddy's as 2018 Small Business of the Month

December 19, 2018
Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) recognized Fat Freddy’s as the 2018 November Small Business of the Month for 29th Senate District. The recognition ceremony held at Fat Freddy’s included Senator Chang, Crystal Sayphraraj from the Brea Chamber of Commerce, and the honorees, owner Harold Duenas and his son, Ernesto Duenas.

Senator Chang Earns "2018 Champion of Manufacturing"

December 3, 2018
For the 2018 legislative session, Senator Chang earned the title of “2018 Champion of Manufacturing” from the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA). Senator Chang received this honor for her work to promote and protect California’s manufacturing sector during the 2018 legislative session.

Suburban Water Systems Teams With Senator Ling Ling Chang

November 20, 2018
COVINA, CALIFORNIA --Nov 21, 2018 -- Suburban Water Systems partnered with Senator Ling Ling Chang (R- Diamond Bar) to distribute 100 turkeys to San Gabriel Valley (Southern California) non-profits as part of their 28th annual "Operation Gobble" program. Coordinated by the California Water...

Senator Ling Ling Chang Honors SAT Professionals as 2018 Small Business of the Month

November 9, 2018
From left to right: Debbie Chan and Hedy Liu (SAT Professionals staff), Daniel Lee (Owner), Senator Ling Ling Chang, Walnut Valley School Board Member Tony Torng, Liling Torng. Diamond Bar, CA – Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) recently named SAT Professionals as the 2018 October Small...

Senator Ling Ling Chang Honors "SubsnGrub" as 2018 Small Business of the Month

October 19, 2018
From left to right: Cypress City Council Member Paulo Morales, Mandi Ortiz (SubsnGrub), Donette Ortiz (SubsnGrub), Senator Ling Ling Chang, and Cypress Mayor Pro Tem Stacy Berry. Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) recently named SubsnGrub as the 2018 September Small Business of the Month for...

Senator Chang Secures Funding for Victims of Human Trafficking

August 30, 2018
SACRAMENTO – Senator Ling Ling Chang ( R-Diamond Bar ) made the following statement in response to the Legislature’s approval of $10 million in resources and grants for victims of human trafficking: “This is a huge step in the right direction and an immense sense of relief for victims and service...

Senator Ling Ling Chang Takes Oath of Office in Fullerton

August 18, 2018
SACRAMENTO – Today, Senator Ling Ling Chang ( R-Diamond Bar ) participated in a community swearing-in ceremony before friends, family, community leaders, and elected officials on the campus of California State University, Fullerton. Senator Bob Huff (Ret.) administered the oath of office. Senator...

Senator Chang Seeks Funding for Human Trafficking Victims

August 13, 2018
SACRAMENTO - In her first bill introduced in the California State Senate, Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) has proposed to reinstate funding for human trafficking victims in California. California hosts the highest rate of human trafficking in the United States and the demand for victim...

Senator Chang Calls on Caltrans to Remove Gas Tax Signs

July 30, 2018
SACRAMENTO – Senator Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) recently delivered a letter to the California Department of Transportation requesting the department remove taxpayer-funded signs that advertise and promote the recently enacted gas tax. Chang’s letter further calls for a review of funding of the...

Ling Ling Chang Takes Oath to Become the 29th Senate District's Next Senator

June 25, 2018
Today, Ling Ling Chang (R-Diamond Bar) was sworn in as the State Senator representing California’s 29th Senate District. Following a mid-term recall election fueled by objections over the new gas tax, Chang was the top choice by voters to represent the tri-county district.