Governor Signs Local Electrification Planning Act into Law
AB 39 will ensure equitable electrification planning across California, prioritizing low-income communities and renters in the clean energy transition.
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Governor Newsom Has Signed Two of Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez’s Bills into Law
SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez (D – Ontario) announced today two of her bills have been signed into law, advancing her commitment to accessibility, affordability, and efficiency for Californians.
Assemblymember Kalra’s Migratory Bird Act Signed Into Law
SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Ash Kalra (D-San José) and Audubon California celebrate the signing of AB 454, which will reinstate and make permanent the California Migratory Bird Protection Act. This bill will ensure that the state of California can...
RESTITUTION FIRST ACT INTRODUCED BY ASSEMBLYMEMBER CATHERINE STEFANI AND SPONSORED BY DISTRICT ATTORNEY BROOKE JENKINS SIGNED INTO LAW BY GOVERNOR NEWSOM
San Francisco, CA – Assemblymember Catherine Stefani’s bill, AB 1213, the Restitution First Act, sponsored by District Attorney Brooke Jenkins was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The Restitution First Act prioritizes restitution payments to...
On National Fire Prevention Week, Governor Newsom Signs Patel’s Bill Protecting Firefighters from Toxic Battery Fires
SACRAMENTO — Govern Newsom has signed AB 841 by Assemblymember Dr. Darshana Patel (D-San Diego County). This bill addresses the increasing exposure to toxic chemicals that firefighters face during lithium-ion battery fires by convening a working group to...
Governor Signs Critical Measure to Deliver Fast and Accurate Election Results
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 5, by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park), which will create statewide standards for the prompt tallying and release of election results. AB 5 will go into effect on January 1, 2026.
California Finally Counts Its Middle Eastern and North African Community: Assemblymember Harabedian’s Bill Signed Into Law
(SACRAMENTO, CA) - In an effort to promote equity and ensure proper representation in demographic data, Assemblymember John Harabedian's (D-Pasadena) AB 91, the MENA Inclusion Act, has been signed into law.
González, Local Leaders Call on Governor Newsom to Sign AB 476 to Crack Down on Copper Wire Theft
LOS ANGELES, CA — Today, Assemblymember Mark González (D-Los Angeles) stood with Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman, Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna, Los Angeles City Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, local law enforcement officials...
Critical Flavored Tobacco Enforcement Legislation Signed by Governor
SACRAMENTO, CA – On Friday, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 573 into law. Assemblymember Rogers (D-Santa Rosa) introduced this legislation in partnership with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, American Heart Association, American Lung...
Statement on Shooting and Homicide Near Dr. Bains’ Residence
(Bakersfield, CA) October 6, 2025 – The Office of Assemblymember Dr. Jasmeet Bains (D-Delano) released the following statement regarding a shooting and homicide that occurred on October 5th in northeast Bakersfield near her residence:"In the early morning...
