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Senator Aisha Wahab

Senator Wahab Advances Bold Legislation to Protect Consumers from Unfair Pricing Practices

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab (D–Silicon Valley) has passed through the Senate two key consumer protection bills that tackle hidden, unfair, and algorithm-driven pricing tactics.
SB 259, The Fair Online Pricing Act, prohibits companies from charging consumers different prices online based on their smartphone or computer such as device type, browsing history, or location—putting a stop to digital price discrimination that harms everyday Californians.


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Senator Melissa Hurtado

Sen. Hurtado, Kern County Officials and Local Labor Announce Bill Seeking Funding and Expansion Support for…

BAKERSFIELD, CA – Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield) touted the economic benefits for Kern County residents of a bill making its way thru the California legislature during a press conference at Meadows Field Airport alongside Bakersfield Mayor Karen K. Goh, Kern County Supervisor Philip Peters, Local Labor Leaders, and County Airport officials.


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Senator Sabrina Cervantes

Senator Cervantes Secures State Audit to Ensure Transparent Stewardship of Taxpayer Funds for Proposed RUSD…

On Wednesday, the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC) approved by a bipartisan vote an audit request by Senator Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) of the Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) STEM Education Center (STEM Center). The California State Auditor will now proceed with the months-long audit.


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Senator Josh Becker

California Legislative Bay Area Caucus Condemns ICE Raids

SACRAMENTO, CA – The Chair and Vice Chair of the California Legislative Bay Area Caucus, Senator Josh Becker (D-Menlo Park) and Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland) released the following statement:


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Senator Tim Grayson

A Statement on Recent Events

A statement from Senator Tim Grayson on recent federal actions and events.


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Senator Melissa Hurtado

In a Year of Deficits, Senator Hurtado Delivers Millions to Protect Valley from Bird Flu and Future Outbreaks

SACRAMENTO – In a year when California faces multiyear deficits and budget cuts, Senator Melissa Hurtado (D–Bakersfield) helped secure millions in critical investments for the Central Valley, particularly Kern, Kings, Tulare, and Fresno Counties. These wins directly advance her 2025 Common Sense Plan: putting people first, driving down costs, and holding the powerful accountable.


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Senator Aisha Wahab

Protecting Families, Senator Wahab’s SB 257 Passes the Senate

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab’s (D-Silicon Valley) PARENT Act—Senate Bill (SB) 257—passed the Senate and is now in the Assembly. SB 257 protects access to maternity care by banning health insurers from discriminating against surrogates and by making pregnancy a qualifying life event for enrolling in health insurance.


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Senator Aisha Wahab

Protecting Our Seniors, Senator Wahab’s Lifesaving Assisted Living Bills Passes the Senate

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab ( D-Silicon Valley) authored two vital assisted living bills Senate Bill (SB) 433 and SB 435—both passing the Senate—bringing hope, safety, and dignity to some of our most vulnerable residents. As California’s seniors face growing threats from harmful federal policies and climate-driven disasters, SB 433 and SB 435 address the unique challenges that senior and disabled residents face at Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) in our state.


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Senator Tom Umberg

Senate Judiciary Chair Issues Statement Regarding National Guard Ruling

Senator Thomas J. Umberg issues statement in response to a ruling by a federal judge against President Trump’s use of the National Guard in Los Angeles.


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Senator Aisha Wahab

Fighting for Fair Pay Senator Wahab’s SB 261 Passes the Senate

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab’s Senate Bill (SB) 261, Wage Theft Judgments, passed the Senate and will be heading to the Assembly. This bill will strengthen enforcement of wage theft judgments by shining a public spotlight on delinquent employers and adding triple penalties for judgments that are long overdue.