Newsom’s executive order on winter storms eases way for response and recovery efforts

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order intended to expand support for those affected by the atmospheric river storms that have pelted Northern California over the last two weeks.

The order, issued late Monday, waives work limitations for retired annuitants in all state agencies that are responding to the storm aftermath and makes it easier for care providers and health care facilities to add staff members as needed, particularly in areas that remain heavily flooded.