SACRAMENTO – After securing reelection on November 5th for the new 17th Senate District, John Laird (D – Santa Cruz) was sworn into office today for his last term in the State Senate due to term limits. After redistricting in 2020, the 17th district now includes all of Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey Counties, as well as the majority of San Luis Obispo County. 

SACRAMENTO – Earlier today, Senator Akilah Weber Pierson, M.D. was sworn into the California State Senate during the first official day of the 2025-26 Regular Session.

SACRAMENTO – Earlier today, Senator Tim Grayson was sworn into the California State Senate during the first official day of the 2025-26 Regular Session.

SACRAMENTO – Earlier today, Senator Sabrina Cervantes was sworn into the California State Senate during the first official day of the 2025-26 Regular Session.

Montebello, CA – Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) joined veterans, local elected officials and members of the community on Saturday, November 16, to walk in the 22 Ruck March for Veterans to help bring awareness to the mental health issues facing veterans and the critical need for support services.

(SANTA BARBARA) – Today, Senator Monique Limón issued the following statement on the current status of the Mountain Fire. 
“On Wednesday our communities in Camarillo and Somis faced the start of a devastating wildfire. Countless residents have been evacuated, and many more are under evacuation warnings as the fire continues to grow. If you are in the evacuation warnings zones, please stay apprised of new developments as this situation is changing rapidly. Please help our firefighters and heed all warnings and mandatory evacuations. 

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Ventura County Fire Department, is monitoring a developing Santa Ana wind event. Winds are expected to impact the Ventura County area from late tonight (10/17) through Saturday (10/19). As a result of the forecasted winds and potential fire danger, Southern California Edison is considering a potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS).
 

(SANTA BARBARA) – On Wednesday, Senator Monique Limón presented $1.6 million in state funding to support a multitude of climate resilience projects throughout Santa Barbara County. This funding will support the Community Environmental Council’s Regional Climate Collaborative work, and multiple projects in partnership with the County of Santa Barbara and other community organizations. 

Sacramento, Calif. – On October 7, 2024, Majority Leader Gonzalez (D-Long Beach) issued the following statement on marking one year since the October 7th attacks:

Sacramento, CA – Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera), Chair of both the Senate Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs and the Senate Select Committee on Hydrogen Energy, proudly announces that his 2024 legislative agenda has been signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. The legislative package reflects Senator Archuleta’s deep commitment to supporting California’s veterans, advancing clean energy solutions, public safety and addressing local mental health needs.
Senator Archuleta’s bills signed into law are: