SACRAMENTO – The Senate has reauthorized a transportation subcommittee led by Sen. Catherine Blakespear, D-Encinitas, to focus on the LOSSAN Rail Corridor and how to improve infrastructure and service along the 351-mile line that runs through Southern California from San Diego to San Luis Obispo.

SACRAMENTO – The Senate Rules Committee and Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire (D-North Coast) recently appointed a broad and bipartisan group of 17 hard-working Senators to serve on a wide variety of state boards and commissions.
 

SAN FRANCISCO – Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) introduced SB 53, legislation to promote the responsible development of large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Senator Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) has introduced Senate Bill 531 (SB 531), which will ensure all California students in grades 1-12 receive age-appropriate mental health education to equip them with critical knowledge and reduce stigma surrounding mental health.

(SACRAMENTO, CA) --- Senator Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) was honored early this week as the Legislator of the Year by the Faculty Association of California Community Colleges (FACCC).

SACRAMENTO—As Californians continue to face skyrocketing insurance rates in the aftermath of numerous deadly firestorms over the past decade, Senate Leader Mike McGuire (D-North Coast) and a coalition of Senators are charging ahead with bold, innovative solutions to help stabilize the state’s insurance market.

(Sacramento, CA) – Senator Thomas J. Umberg (D-Santa Ana) announced the introduction of his Senate Bill 448 to address the rising problem of trespassers unlawfully occupying properties across California.
“At a time when the supply of rental housing is extremely low, I’m proud to be authoring a measure that delivers a comprehensive process for Californians, local governments, and law enforcement to tackle the issue of illegal squatting,” stated Senator Umberg, Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee. “SB 448 will help ensure that quality, affordable housing remains accessible to lawful renters, and that our communities are protected from the dangers and disruptions caused by illegal trespassing.”

SACRAMENTO, CA – Senator John Laird (D-Santa Cruz) has introduced Senate Bill 470 to permanently modernize the Bagley-Keene Act by removing the sunset provision from his previous legislation, SB 544 pertaining to accessibility to state boards and commissions.
“SB 470 builds upon the successful implementation of SB 544, using technology to enhance equity, public engagement, and access while preserving transparency in the decision-making process.” said Senator Laird.

New bill will ensure that uniform curriculum advances multicultural respect and is free from harmful biases  

State Senator Jerry McNerney, D-Pleasanton, on Monday announced new legislation that will help fight hunger in California by expanding the state’s free summer meals program.