Senator Weber Pierson’s Sweeping Bill Package Advances to Assembly Floor, Tackling Health, Education and Affordability

Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez, Mayor Karen Bass, & Senator María Elena Durazo introduced AB 817 and SB 716 - a legislative package to protect our future while also paving a legal pathway to support our community now.

Senator Josh Becker (D–Menlo Park) issued the following statement regarding the proposed development at 80 Willow Road in Menlo Park:
“The mammoth project proposed for development at 80 Willow Road in Menlo Park was, and continues to be, the prime example of why the builders remedy process needs major reforms.

Senator Wiener announced a resolution to name the Emperor Norton Tunnel, capping nearly a century of community advocacy for recognition of the San Francisco icon.

Nation's first comprehensive AI transparency framework ushers in a quiet revolution of digital transparency and consumer protection
SACRAMENTO, CA — On August 1, California began implementing the California Artificial Intelligence Transparency Act (CAITA), the nation's first comprehensive AI transparency framework, ushering in what Senator Josh Becker (D–Menlo Park) calls "the beginning of a quiet revolution" for the internet. 

LOS ANGELES, Calif. – At a 10:30 AM announcement for press on Wednesday morning, Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson (D-Carson) and Senator Laura Richardson (D-South Bay) plan to join with local officials and education leaders to announce the inclusion of $5 million for health professions education in the 2027 State of California budget.

Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes (D-Colton) announced the 2026 recipients of her annual Summer Celebration of Service Honors, recognizing outstanding individuals, organizations, veterans, and businesses whose service has strengthened communities throughout Senate District 29.

California Forever Failed to Offer Real Plans for $3.2B Shipyard

"This community organized, spoke up, and was heard."

Today, Senator Thomas J. Umberg (D–Santa Ana), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement regarding the California State Auditor's release of its audit of the February 2025 California Bar Exam