Dear Friends,

The legislative session in Sacramento has come to an end and we have scheduled some community events across the district that I invite you to attend. (Scroll Down for Events Listing!)

Eleven of my bills passed the Legislature and reached the Governor’s desk. The Governor has until September 30 to sign or veto the legislation.    

My legislation addresses the urgent needs of wildfire survivors who continue to face significant challenges as they work to rebuild following the Eaton Fire. In addition, I have authored legislation to protect the civil rights and safety of Californians in the face of attacks by the federal administration.
 

My Legislative Work

The following bills have reached the Governor’s desk:

Wildfire Survivor Recovery and Accountability:

SB 742, The Wildfire & Emergency Management Act, would require the removal of abandoned or decommissioned powerlines, like the one that caused the Eaton Fire. 

SB 877, The Fair Claims Practices and Transparency Act, would require insurance companies to disclose to policyholders all loss estimate materials and revisions, so homeowners understand how their policy payouts were calculated. This bill is sponsored by Consumer Watchdog and Every Fire Survivor’s Network. 

SB 878, The Insurance Payment Accountability Act, would strengthen existing prompt-payment insurance laws by imposing financial penalties on insurance companies for missed claim decisions and payment deadlines. This bill is sponsored by Consumer Watchdog, Every Fire Survivor’s Network, and the State Insurance Commissioner.

SB 1090, The Keep Altadena Land in Altadena Hands Act, is community-driven legislation that would protect Altadena from real estate speculators seeking to acquire fire-damaged properties for higher-density development at a scale that would overwhelm the community’s infrastructure. This bill creates a temporary moratorium on SB 1123, that was signed into law in 2024. My legislation contains urgency language and would take effect on October 1 if signed into law. 

SB 1098, The Protect Ratepayers from Utility Overspending Act, would establish safeguards for utility ratepayers by setting guidelines for the use of memorandum and balancing accounts by investor-owned utilities and require that any costs approved for recovery through rates be set below the current authorized rate of return. This bill is sponsored by The Utility Reform Network (TURN). 

SB 1417, The Mutual Water Company Rate Disclosure and Fair Notice Act, would require mutual water companies, including those serving Altadena, to comply with specified notice and public meeting requirements before increasing rates. The bill would also state that a mutual water company may not hold a shareholder’s tenant directly responsible for water service.

Protecting Civil Liberties:

I have also worked to advance legislation that uses California’s authority to protect the civil rights, safety and dignity of people impacted by federal immigration and enforcement actions.

SB 957, The Protecting Vulnerable Immigrant Detainees Model Act, would direct the Attorney General to develop a comprehensive plan to provide state oversight on privately-operated detention facilities to better protect the health, safety, and welfare of people inside. This legislation came about after my SB 995, The Masuma Khan Justice Act, died in the Assembly Appropriations Committee. 

SB 1105, The Protect California Rights Act, would protect Californians’ civil rights by requiring state and local law enforcement agencies that participate in federal task forces to state in writing, through a memorandum of understanding, that they will not engage in racial profiling or the criminalization of speech when operating alongside federal agents. This bill is sponsored by the ACLU California Action and the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA). 

Advocating for Students and Community Health:

SB 1083, Statewide Accountability System for Egregious Misconduct, would protect students by building on my Safe Learning Environments Act (SB 848), passed in 2025. This legislation strengthens investigation and reporting requirements and creates appropriate vetting standards for independent contractors who work with students. Specifically, SB 1083 would require fingerprint-based background checks, disclosure requirements, and appropriate vetting measures to protect student safety. This bill is sponsored by California School Employees Association (CSEA), American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) California, California Federation of Teachers (CFT), and SEIU California.

SB 845, The High School Youth Apprenticeship Act, would provide a strong foundation for preparing students for career success by expanding access to career-connected learning across the state. This bill would strengthen hands-on learning opportunities, remove barriers to industry participation, and connect students with high-demand careers, all efforts that are guided by the Career Education Master Plan and the recommendations of the California Youth Apprenticeship Committee. This bill is sponsored by the California Workforce Association and NextGen California.

SB 526, Change-of-Location Health Care Clinic Application, would authorize community health centers with an affiliate to use a fast-tracked state licensing process when opening a new health center or relocating an existing one. Through this bill, facilities like Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley would be allowed to relicense a new facility using this fast-tracked process. This bill is sponsored by Planned Parenthood Affiliates of CA and the California Primary Care Association.
 

Upcoming Events:

Town Hall

Join me on Saturday, September 19th, as I participate in The Creative AI Workforce & Early Arts Education, a town hall presented by Bloom Arts Foundation at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena. We’ll explore public policy addressing artificial intelligence and discuss why early childhood arts education remains essential to nurturing the next generation of creative leaders.

Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: Check-In and Refreshments 11 AM-12 PM
Panel 12 PM-1:30 PM
Location: ArtCenter College of Design, Ahmanson Auditorium at 1700 Lida St, Pasadena, CA 91103

RSVP: https://forms.gle/uPiqaw7ZUwRNmSAr5

Community Coffee

Join me for a coffee and legislative chat in Temple City with Cloverleaf Coffee & Bakery. Bring any questions, ideas or community concerns you may have or just stop by to say hello.

Date: September 25, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM-3:30 PM
Location: Cloverleaf Coffee & Bakery at 9475 E Las Tunas Dr., Temple City, CA 91780

Health Literacy & Resource Fair

October will be Health Literacy Month, a time dedicated to ensuring everyone has the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about their well-being. I am pleased to invite you to a special Health Literacy & Resource Fair, hosted in partnership with Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center. As the hospital celebrates 100 years of healing, we are coming together to empower our community with the information and tools necessary to live a healthier, more informed life.

Date: Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center at 1420 S. Central Avenue, Glendale, CA 91204

Join us to:

• Gain valuable insights from educational booths and local medical experts.
• Meet with healthcare professionals and community health partners.
• Discover vital state and local resources designed for your well-being.
• Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with activities for all ages and complimentary light refreshments.

Please RSVP at https://sd25.senate.ca.gov/health-literacy-resource-fair

As always, I am grateful for the engagement of my constituents! If you need assistance with state government services, please contact my office or visit my Senate website at: sd25.senate.ca.gov/ Please reach out if I can be of assistance.