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Senate rules committee advances Regent Bob Myers’ confirmation to full Senate after questions on campus safety and protests
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The California State Senate Rules Committee voted 3-0 to send the nomination of Regent Bob Myers to the full Senate after questioning about campus safety, student protests and labor actions at University of California campuses.
The California State Senate Rules Committee voted 3-0 to advance the nomination of Regent Bob Myers to the full Senate for confirmation after a hearing that focused on campus safety, recent student protests and labor unrest at University of California campuses.
Myers, a UCLA alumnus and nominee to the Board of Regents, made brief opening remarks and said he would “not take three minutes” of committee time before answering questions. “I grew up in California. I love this state,” Myers said during his brief remarks, and described his desire to support public higher education and learn from committee members as he assumes the role.
Committee members pressed Myers on several recent controversies on UC campuses. The committee’s vice chair asked how the UC system is ensuring compliance with executive orders…
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