SACRAMENTO –The California State Sheriffs’ Association has recognized Assemblymember Alyson Huber as an Outstanding Legislator of 2009. Sacramento County Sheriff John McGinness met with Assemblymember Huber to deliver the award and express the Association’s appreciation for her strong support of law enforcement.

“The Sheriffs of California are very pleased to present this award to Assemblymember Huber," stated Sacramento County Sheriff John McGinness. “Even as our economic times become more critical, she has been very clear that public safety is a top priority.”

Assemblymember Huber has been committed to public safety during her first year in office and worked closely with her county sheriffs, as well as other local law enforcement agencies, on critical law enforcement issues. Assemblymember Huber authored a bill (AB 640) that would treat methamphetamine dealers the same as cocaine, heroin and PCP dealers, as well as a bill (AB 870) to add razor blades and box cutters to the list of prohibited weapons on school campuses.

“I am honored to be recognized by the State Sheriffs Association,” said Assemblymember Alyson Huber. “It has been a pleasure working with the dedicated law enforcement representatives in my district. I look forward to continuing to work together to improve the safety of our communities.”

The California State Sheriffs Association is a nonprofit professional organization comprised of the 58 sheriffs along with thousands of law-abiding citizens throughout the state.