Senator Susan Rubio

Senator Susan Rubio

Senator Susan Rubio

State Senator Rubio’s Bill Expands Cancer Medication Access

February 4, 2021

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) today introduced a critical bill that will ensure our most vulnerable cancer patients have access to life saving cancer medication by creating a cancer medication donation program.

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Senator Susan Rubio Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Cancer Patients Bill of Rights

February 4, 2021

SACRAMENTO, CA –In recognition of World Cancer Day, Senator Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) introduced a bipartisan resolution today that calls for prioritizing appropriate, timely, and equitable access to expert cancer care for patients.

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Senator Rubio Bill Targets Bias Against People of Color In Housing Practices

January 28, 2021

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) has introduced a bill that will help correct generations of bias against people of color in housing practices by requiring real estate professionals to take implicit bias training to keep their license.

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Senator Susan Rubio Applauds Appointment of Alex Padilla to U.S. Senate

December 22, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) issued a statement today on Gov. Gavin Newsom's appointment of Alex Padilla to become the next  U.S. Senator from California. 

"Since California became a state 170 years ago, there has never been a Latino U.S. Senator. Today begins a new chapter. My friend Alex Padilla was appointed to the U.S. Senate by Gov. Newsom. This is an incredibly inspirational moment for me and the next generation of Latino leaders.

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Senator Susan Rubio's Statement on Assemblymember Weber's Appointment as CA Secretary of State

December 22, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) issued a statement today on Gov. Newsom's appointment of Assemblymember Shirley Weber to become the next  California Secretary of State.

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Senator Susan Rubio Statement on Senate Committee Assignments

December 15, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) issued a statement today regarding the Committee assignments released this week by Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego): 

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Senator Rubio Mandatory Kindergarten Bill Bolsters Early Childhood Education

December 9, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) introduced an early childhood education bill that will ensure all children receive critical instruction in their earliest years of learning. SB 70 will require students to complete one year in kindergarten before entering the first grade so that they are prepared socially and academically.

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Senator Susan Rubio Introduces Bill Protecting Victims of Revenge Porn

December 8, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) on Monday introduced her first bill of the 2021-22 legislative cycle, continuing her uphill battle to strengthen protections for victims by allowing survivors of revenge porn additional time to report this type of abuse.

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Senator Susan Rubio Issues Statement Regarding Allegations Against Former Assemblymember Brough

December 5, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA – Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) released a statement today regarding sexual assault allegations against former Assemblymember Bill Brough (R-Dana Point):

“I was shocked to hear of the horrific allegations. As a domestic violence survivor and advocate, I have always praised and supported victims speaking out and seeking justice. I know how personal and invasive going public can be. This type of behavior is wrong, and these allegations must be thoroughly investigated.

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Governor Newsom Signs Bill to Prohibit Discrimination Against HIV Positive Life Insurance Applicants

September 30, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA – Gov. Gavin Newsom Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill authored by Sen. Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park), Chair of the Senate Insurance Committee, along with the members of the committee, with legal changes that will benefit consumers, including addressing 30 years of discrimination against HIV positive individuals.

Senate Bill 1255 provides flexibility to the California Department of Insurance process for punishing misconduct against seniors and will also extend certain Long Term Care Insurance Task Force deadlines by one year.