Jim Wood

Former Speaker pro Tempore and CA Assemblymember - represented the North Coast, dentist (retired). Partner, California Strategies

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

The Dow at over 50,000 seems like a long time ago….

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

For everyone enamored with #ChatGPT please read what you produce before you hit send. It may sound good on the surface but make absolutely no sense to the recipient. It can be a huge headache for the person you send it to as they struggle to figure out what the heck you mean

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

#ruddyshelduck. #rip

[CALSTRAT @Calstrat1]

We're proud to announce @WoodddsJim has joined California Strategies as Partner. He'll be working in Sacramento and expanding our presence in the North Coast Region of the state. #policyexpert #statesman #strategic https://t.co/LHzxVyzehl

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

@LASheriffDept
@LAPDOutreach @CalChamber @NBCLA @AGRobBonta

The bill was passed and signed in 2018

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

After # TubbsFire the Sonoma County DA sponsored AB1919 to make price gouging a misdemeanor. It’s against the law to raise prices more than 10% during a declared emergency @latimes⁩ ⁦@MayorOfLA⁩ ⁦@NathanHochmanDA⁩ ⁦@Elex_Michaelson⁩ https://t.co/g0xYwEJ34I

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

After # TubbsFire the Sonoma County DA sponsored AB1919 to make price gouging a misdemeanor. It’s against the law to raise prices more than 10% during a declared emergency @latimes⁩ ⁦@MayorOfLA⁩ ⁦@NathanHochmanDA⁩ ⁦@Elex_Michaelson⁩ https://t.co/g0xYwEJ34I

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

In the aftermath of the #Tubbsfire in 2017 where 22 people lost their lives and 5600 homes were lost the community come together to support everyone. There wasn’t much misinformation or finger pointing. The people and communities of the LA area need that spirit from us now.

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Inconvenient truths about the fires burning in Los Angeles from two fire experts - a really important article and with a lot of really good information that sadly isn’t new https://t.co/RxEq9K6mWh

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Approaching 3 hours on hold with @SocialSecurity to resolve an issue related to my Mom. Being told how easy it is to do this online…… except that you can’t. Is anyone there????

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

We are getting absolutely pummeled by this series of storms on the North Coast. A few days ago this was a barely moving meandering creek. For years we feared the next possible #wildfires and now face the possibility of serious #flooding. BE SAFE!! Don’t cross flooded roadways!

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Saddened to learn of the passing of a mentor,friend and one of my earliest supporters - former Assemblymember Patty Berg. Passionate about the North Coast, Planned Parenthood, seniors and the California End of Life Option Act. Never shy about her opinions! Loved that about her.

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Warren Toughens Private-Equity Bill, Aiming to Prevent Healthcare Abuses - WSJ - kudos to ⁦@SenWarren⁩ - this issue isn’t going away. Hoping this scrutiny goes well beyond hospitals ⁦@healthaccess⁩ https://t.co/GB4tMuVSl3

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

I disagree with that idea. “ Fall in love with your bills” Take on hard issues that really mean something to you and your constituents. Don’t quit when you hit the first bump in the road, or the 2nd. When you are successful celebrate it. When not - dust yourself off and try again

[Alex Vassar 📚 @AlexCVassar]

One of the most commonly misunderstood bits of advice at the California State Capitol is the one about "Don't fall in love with your bills."

It's actually good advice, but it wasn't for staff. 𝗜𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀.

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

SHell yeah @CAGovernor! Pinch me-am I dreaming? We're shellebrating at the Crabitol today! This cracks me up! There's no side-stepping how happy I am to honor the Dungeness crab! Shelldom do I have a chance to annoy you with my puns, but I do know when to stop. Mic drop. #AB1797

[Governor Gavin Newsom @CAgovernor]

This calls for a shell-abration! 🐚🥳

California has established 3 new state symbols: the Dungeness crab as the state crustacean, the banana slug as the state slug, and the black abalone as the state seashell.
https://t.co/rfYArdyXAK

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Private equity: health care's vampire | STAT. “Private equity firms are sucking the resources out of America’s hospitals and nursing homes, and feeding on doctors to generate profits.” #AB3129.⁦@linakhanFTC⁩ ⁦@AGRobBonta⁩ ⁦@healthaccess⁩ https://t.co/WBzeqDkOkx

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Little known outside a few in legislature-Lina Khan wrote 6 page letter to CA. Senate Judiciary Committee Chair & Vice-Chair in support of work on #AB3129 calling for review of Private Equity in healthcare acquisitions. @healthaccess @AGRobBonta - competition keeps prices lower

[60 Minutes @60Minutes]

Voters say inflation is their number one issue. Lina Khan, the youngest ever to chair the Federal Trade Commission, thinks that corporate consolidation helps drive prices up on everything from food to concert tickets. https://t.co/Pz816f77ZT

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

FTC Commissioner Lina Khan wrote a letter supporting #AB3129, my bill to allow @AGRobBonta to review private equity transactions in health care. Hoping @CAgovernor saw the 60 Minutes piece!

[60 Minutes @60Minutes]

Voters say inflation is their number one issue. Lina Khan, the youngest ever to chair the Federal Trade Commission, thinks that corporate consolidation helps drive prices up on everything from food to concert tickets. https://t.co/Pz816f77ZT

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

At hearing on gasoline prices…… I believe I heard Division of Petroleum Market Oversight (DPMO) mention #PrivateEquity consolidation at the retail level as a contributor…… which to me means higher consumer prices. @CalEnergy - #PrivateEquity is everywhere

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Commissioner Lara and Cal Poly Humboldt announce joint effort to create nation’s first public wildfire catastrophe model. Really happy to see this. Incredible opportunity to showcase the incredible team ⁦@CalPolyHumboldt⁩ Go #lumberjacks https://t.co/DszuK1C3Rv

[Jim Wood @WoodddsJim]

Love it.

[Hamilton @HamiltonMusical]

In honor of National Voter Registration Day tomorrow, the Broadway company of Hamilton headed into the booth to record “The Election of 2024”. We’re proud to partner with @WhenWeAllVote and @VoteRiders to make sure everyone’s voice is heard at the polls. Register to vote now!