SACRAMENTO, CA — In a time of global uncertainty and volatility in energy markets, Senator Josh Becker (D-Menlo Park) today announced the launch of his “Good News Climate” blog—an effort to highlight real progress and stories of optimism in the shared fight for a sustainable future.

Dear Friends and Neighbors,
As the 2026 legislative session continues to progress, I want to share a few of my priority bills and how I’m working to deliver results for Senate District 15 residents like you. 

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield) issued the following statement regarding the death of Tulare County Sheriff’s Deputy Randy Hoppert:
“I am heartbroken about the sudden, tragic passing of Deputy Hoppert in the line of duty, and I stand with the Central Valley in honoring his service to the people of Tulare Country and the State of California. I send my deepest condolences to Deputy Hoppert’s family, friends and colleagues mourning his tragic and untimely death. His bravery will never be forgotten.”

Sacramento, CA — Today, Senator Akilah Weber Pierson, M.D. (D-San Diego), joined by the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association, rallied at the California State Capitol today in support of Senate Bill 869, legislation that would require restaurant menus to clearly label beverages containing more than 50 percent of the recommended daily value for added sugar.

SACRAMENTO, CA — El proyecto de ley del Senado (SB) 1077, presentado por la Senadora Lena Gonzalez (D-Long Beach), cuyo objetivo es preparar a California para posibles cierres federales futuros que afecten los beneficios de CalFresh, fue aprobado por la Comisión de Servicios Humanos del Senado con una votación de 5 a 0.

SACRAMENTO, CA — California State Senator Dave Cortese (D-San Jose),  Chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, introduced Senate Bill 1250 (SB 1250) which will help prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions on California’s highways and roadways by formally incorporating wildlife crossing infrastructure projects into the state’s transportation asset management framework, accelerating implementation of projects that improve traffic safety, habitat connectivity, and climate resilience.

SACRAMENTO, CA — El Senador Estatal de California Dave Cortese (D-San José), en su calidad de Presidente del Comité de Transporte del Senado, presentó el Proyecto de Ley del Senado 1250 (SB 1250).

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – A bill by Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield) to bring critical state investment to rail infrastructure in the Central Valley passed the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee by a bipartisan unanimous vote today.

SACRAMENTO – Legislation by Sen. Catherine S. Blakespear, D-Encinitas, to protect workers from ongoing pollution in the Tijuana River Valley passed Wednesday in the Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee.

Today, Senator Thomas J. Umberg (D-Santa Ana), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, announced that the Joint Legislative Audit Committee has approved his request to conduct a state audit of the Orange County Board of Education and its public administration practices.