Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas today released the following statement on the passing of iconic labor and civil rights leader Dolores Huerta:

VAN NUYS, CA - Senator Caroline Menjivar (D-San Fernando Valley) and Assemblymember Celeste Rodriguez (D-San Fernando Valley) announced $1.25 million in state funding that gets the Northeast SFV closer to building a much-needed new LAFD fire station in Sylmar. The announcement took place yesterday at Los Angeles Fire Department Station 91, where Congresswoman Luz Rivas, LAFD Deputy Chief Aldana, the Sylmar Neighborhood Council, and community members joined both State Representatives.

Senator Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) presented $1 million to the City of Moreno Valley toward inclusive playground improvements at Morrison Park with funding as part of the 2026-27 state budget.

PHOTO: Sen. Blakespear with Dolores Huerta in 2025.
 
SACRAMENTO – Sen. Catherine S. Blakespear, D-Encinitas, issued the following statement regarding Dolores Huerta:

FOTO: La Senadora Blakespear con Dolores Huerta en 2025.
 
SACRAMENTO – La Senadora Catherine S. Blakespear, Demócrata por Encinitas, emitió la siguiente declaración sobre Dolores Huerta:

State Sen. Jerry McNerney mourned the passing today of Dolores Huerta, a legendary and beloved civil rights icon who had deep roots in Stockton and co-founded the United Farm Workers of America.

SAN JOSE, CA — California State Senator Dave Cortese (D–San José) issued the following statement today mourning the passing of Dolores Huerta, the legendary labor leader and civil rights activist who dedicated her life to advancing the rights, health, and dignity of farmworkers.

La Senadora Lola Smallwood-Cuevas emitió hoy la siguiente declaración ante el fallecimiento de la icónica líder de los derechos laborales y civiles, Dolores Huerta:

SAN JOSÉ, California — El Senador Estatal de California, Dave Cortese (Demócrata por San José), emitió hoy la siguiente declaración lamentando el fallecimiento de Dolores Huerta, la legendaria líder sindical y activista por los derechos civiles que dedicó su vida a promover los derechos, la salud y la dignidad de los trabajadores agrícolas.

Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes issued the following statement on the passing of Dolores Huerta, legendary labor and civil rights leader, pioneering organizer, and lifelong champion for justice.