Following the veto of AB 309, Assemblymember Alex Lee and the bill’s sponsor have issued the following statements: “I’m extremely disappointed that AB 309, The Social Housing Act, has been vetoed by the Governor,” Assemblymember Lee said. “The bill would...
SACRAMENTO -- Assembly Bill 370, authored by Assemblymember Dawn Addis (D- Morro Bay), was signed into law today by California Governor Gavin Newsom. AB 370, also known as the Biliteracy Advancement Act, creates parity in the standards required to obtain...
SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed first-of-its-kind legislation to prohibit the use of four dangerous chemicals in processed foods and drinks sold in California. Authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino), Assembly Bill (AB)...
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – For the first time in state history, California State Legislative staff will have the choice to form a union and collectively bargain for wages, benefits and working conditions, regardless of political affiliation. California becomes...
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Pedestrian fatalities reached a four-decade high in 2020, with California having the most pedestrian fatalities in the nation. Simul
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Student school board members have a critical role representing their peers and sharing their voice with board of education members. However, despite this important work, current law prohibits them from receiving compensation for their...
SACRAMENTO—Unused facilities at Patton State Hospital can be leased to a nonprofit corporation or local government to provide mental health and homeless services following the governor’s approval of AB 349 which takes effect in January. Assemblymember...
“Dianne Feinstein leaves an indelible mark on the history of our nation, our state and our region,” said Assemblymember Diane Papan. “Her legacy is palpably felt in our made and natural environments thanks to her policy achievements and by every woman who...