06/19/2026
It was a pleasure to join OCAPICA to celebrate the launch of the Stop the Hate IE report. 2.6 million Californians have experienced an act of hate. Let me be clear: hate is unacceptable in all its forms. I appreciate the work of all our community parters in standing up to hate and connecting our neighbors with resources they can rely on. Together, we can .
06/19/2026
Today, California is proud to recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates the resilience, contributions, and achievements of Black Americans. Lets recommit ourselves to the ongoing pursuit of justice, equity, and opportunity for all.
06/18/2026
It was an honor to meet NASA astronaut and Artemis II pilot U.S. Navy Captain Victor Glover today as he was welcomed by the California Legislative Black Caucus. Raised in Pomona and Ontario, Captain Glover’s remarkable achievements remind us that with hard work, determination, and perseverance, there are no limits to what we can accomplish.
06/14/2026
It was an honor to celebrate the grand opening of Planned Parenthood’s new health center. This investment in our community will expand access to essential healthcare services and help ensure that more residents can receive timely, high quality care close to home. Congratulations on this exciting new chapter and thank you for the work you do to support the health and well being of our community.
06/10/2026
June 10-14 is California State Parks Week! Explore our state’s one-of-a-kind parks; to learn more visit: sd31.senate.ca.gov/california-state-parks-week
06/07/2026
Today we honor the heroes of D-Day whose courage helped secure freedom for generations to come. I am especially proud to remember my great-uncle, Joe Carrasco, who served among the brave Americans who landed in Normandy on June 6, 1944. We remember their sacrifice and vow never to forget.
06/01/2026
Happy Pride Month! As Vice Chair of the LGBQ Caucus, I remain committed to fighting for equality, protecting LGBTQ+ rights, and ensuring every person can live authentically and safely. Today and every day, I stand with the LGBTQ+ community.
05/28/2026
Today, Governor Newsom signed my Senate Bill 73 into law, which takes effect immediately. The enactment of SB 73 protects Californians’ sacred right to vote free from fear of intimidation or interference and safeguards the essential integrity of elections in California. I want to thank Governor Gavin Newsom, Pro Tem Senator Monique Limón, Speaker Robert Rivas, and my Democratic colleagues in the Legislature for their partnership in meeting this moment with urgency and resolve.
05/26/2026
It was a pleasure attending today’s Latino Network Celebración de la Comunidad y Justicia Breakfast. It was truly an honor to introduce Tony Plana and celebrate the incredible work being done to uplift and empower our communities through advocacy, justice, and collective action. Thank you to Latino Network for bringing together leaders, advocates, and community members dedicated to creating lasting change.