Sacramento, Calif. (May 22, 2026)—Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield) stood alongside aviation officials, labor representatives and community partners at Meadows Field Airport today to announce a $1 million state investment aimed at expanding and modernizing regional air infrastructure, while also rallying support for Senate Bill 661, the AERO Act — legislation designed to strengthen regional airports, increase air service access and unlock new economic opportunities across the Central Valley and California.

Senator María Elena Durazo issued a statement regarding today's oil spill in East Los Angeles.

SB 936 would prohibit the sale of nitrous oxide, except as needed for industry uses, to limit its widespread use as a recreational drug
SACRAMENTO – The Senate on Friday passed legislation by Sen. Catherine S. Blakespear, D-Encinitas, aimed at preventing the widespread abuse of nitrous oxide as a recreational drug by limiting its sale to specific uses in certain industries.

SB 1135 establishes a statewide program to reduce conflicts, keep people and animals safe, protect property and promote biodiversity
SACRAMENTO – The Senate on Friday passed legislation by Sen. Catherine S. Blakespear, D-Encinitas, to establish a statewide program promoting coexistence with wildlife and codify a wolf-livestock coexistence and compensation program.

SB 1218 would prevent vehicle registration renewal for people with outstanding illegal dumping penalties

Senator Reyes issued a statement in response to Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order relating to artificial intelligence and the workforce.

Wahab Accountability Bill Advances Despite Formal Supervisorial Opposition

SACRAMENTO, CA – Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) proudly recognized Heart of Compassion Distribution as the 2026 Nonprofit of the Year for California’s 30th Senate District during the annual California Nonprofits Day celebration at the State Capitol.

SACRAMENTO – Senator Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica) celebrated Vision To Learn in Sacramento today as a 2026 Nonprofit of the Year, recognizing nearly 15 years of service bringing quality eye care to students around California and the nation.

Sacramento, Calif. (May 20, 2026)—Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield) today recognized The Open Door Network as the 2026 Nonprofit of the Year for Senate District 16, honoring the organization’s longstanding commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals and families across the Central Valley through housing assistance, support services, and community-based care.