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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 Christopher Cabaldon

Legislature’s proposed budget continues vital investments in education, housing

On Friday, June 13, Sen. Christoper Cabaldon, D-Yolo, joined his Senate colleagues in approving an alternative to the governor’s proposed budget. The Legislature’s proposed budget makes about $12 billion in cuts, the amount needed to address the current deficit, but preserves funding for the state’s top priorities: higher education, housing, and reducing unsheltered homelessness. It also contains key items that will help District 3.


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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 Sasha Renée Pérez

Senator Pérez issues statement condemning abusive treatment of U.S. Senator Alex Padilla during Homeland…

“I am shocked by the abusive treatment imposed on democratically-elected U.S. Senator Alex Padilla."


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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 Mike McGuire

Senate Leader Mike McGuire Issues Statement on Reprehensible Use of Force Against U.S. Senator Alex Padilla

SACRAMENTO – Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire (D-North Coast) released the following statement regarding federal employees forcibly removing and handcuffing U.S. Senator Alex Padilla during a press conference earlier today:
“Alex Padilla is a U.S. Senator who was asking important questions and was violently detained. This is outrageous and reprehensible. All Americans must stand up to these authoritarian thugs. Trump and his posse are completely out of control. This has to stop immediately. We all must stand with Senator Padilla.”


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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.