California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection Approves First-in-the-Nation Zone 0 Defensible Space Regulations

The new policy reflects extensive public input and provides a balanced, phased approach to wildfire safety and local needs to better protect homes, neighborhoods and California communities. Read More »

Commissioner Lara's Landmark Transparency and Accountability Reforms Now in Effect

New regulation empowers consumers with more information, strengthen oversight of intervenors, and protect policyholders from hidden costs Read More »

This Federal Proposal Would Put the Brakes on American Innovation

Innovation and entrepreneurship are essential to the U.S. economy. Read More »

Stop Treating Drug Makers Like Washington's ATM

Washington is increasingly tapping a hidden "piggy bank" to fund its growing healthcare commitments. Read More »

Senate Passes Thompson's Bill Extending Tax Relief for Fire Survivors

On Friday, the Senate unanimously passed Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA-04), Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL-17), Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19), Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Senator Adam Schiff’s (D-CA) to ensure wildfire survivors are not taxed on compensation they receive for losses and damages suffered during a federally declared wildfire disaster before Jan. 1, 2027. Read More »

Assembly Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry, Broad Coalition Rally Support for COMPETE Act Ahead of Senate Appropriations Vote

Supporters urge Senate to pass AB 1776 to address market concentration driving higher prices and fewer opportunities Read More »

Tens of Thousands of Californians Call for New Ocean Protections

Advocates support action as state agency meets Wednesday to consider expanding MPA network for first time Read More »

DeMaio Calls on Secretary of State to Comply with Supreme Court Ruling on Ballot Postmarks

DeMaio says the Secretary of State wants to force county election officials to count ballots without postmarks— in direct violation of recent Supreme Court ruling. Read More »

Assemblymembers Joe Patterson and Josh Hoover Endorse Wendy Biel for Roseville City School District Board

Wendy Biel, candidate for the Roseville City School District Board of Education, District 4, announced today that she has earned the endorsements of Assemblymembers Joe Patterson and Josh Hoover. Read More »

You'll Keep Paying for Wildfires on Your Electric Bill Until California Fixes Its Forests

If you live in California, you've probably seen the ads: "Home insurance rates skyrocket." "The FAIR Plan is broken." They urge you to call your legislator and demand a fix. What they don't mention is who paid for them. Read More »

Thompson, Gallagher Announce Applications are Open for Peach Tree Removal Program

Lawmakers secured the $9 million needed to fund the USDA program Read More »

The Ukraine Effect: Cheap High-Tech Weapons and California

The California congressional delegation should treat advances in high-tech warfare as both economic development and a national security opportunity. Read More »

Matsui Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Cybersecurity in K-12 Schools

Enhancing K-12 Cybersecurity Act Would Help Schools Protect Student Data, Prevent Disruptions, and Respond to Growing Cyberattacks Read More »

Eric Jones Challenges Mike Thompson to Debate in All Nine Counties of the District

Jones cities primary restults showing nearly 60% of CA-04 voters chose someone other than Thompson Read More »

West Coast Fox, Three Fish One Step Closer to Endangered Species Act Protections

In response to petitions from the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service found on July 13 that protections may be warranted for the Cascade red fox and three struggling fish that only live in Oregon and California’s Goose Lake — the Goose Lake lamprey, Goose Lake sucker and Goose Lake tui chub. Read More »

California Moves to Modernize Antitrust Law as Costs Rise

Senate Judiciary Committee passes Aguiar-Curry’s COMPETE Act to protect consumers, workers, and small businesses from anti-competitive practices. Read More »

San Joaquin County Team invites Local Buisnesses to Join Free Veteran Platform

VALORSJ launches today as a free online directory for San Joaquin County veterans. The platform is calling on local businesses offering veteran discounts and veteran-owned businesses to list themselves now, ahead of mobile app releases in the coming months. Read More »

Mike McGuire Votes for Budget with No Wildfire Funding and Higher Healthcare Costs

On June 15, State Senator Mike McGuire voted for a state budget that includes no wildfire prevention funding and is expected to increase healthcare insurance premiums as high as $400 for California families. Read More »

Mayor of West Sacramento Endorses California Billionaire Tax

Martha Guerrero Endorses Commonsense Measure That Will Save Jobs and Keep Local Emergency Rooms Open Through One-Time Tax on Billionaires Read More »

Garamendi Statement on Republican Budget Reconciliation Passing the House

June 9, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08), released the following statement after House Republicans passed the budget reconciliation bill. Read More »

Kiley Joins NYT Editorial Board in Calling For Congressional Action on CA Election Reform

June 10, Rep Kiley (I-CA) issued the following statement in response to the New York Times endorsing the principle behind a bill he is co-sponsoring with Rep. Jay Obernolte to speed up vote counting in California. Read More »

Johansson Poised for November Run-off as Votes are Still Being Tallied

Thank you to everyone who participated in the June Primary Election and to those who followed the Assembly District 3 race over the past several months. Read More »

Statement from Assemblyman James Gallagher on June Primary Election Results

"The results tonight prove what we have known for many years – Doug LaMalfa was loved and respected by the people of his district." Read More »

Fong Statement on June Primary Results

With early primary election results showing Congressman Vince Fong with the overwhelmingly support of Congressional District 20 voters, Fong released the following statement: Read More »

Dom Belza on Overwhelming First Place Victory in Assembly Race

Tonight, I am honored and humbled by the trust voters across the North State have placed in me. Read More »

Congresswoman Matsui Advances to General Election

U.S. Representative Doris Matsui released the following statement after election results showed her advancing to the November general election as a top-two finisher in California's 7th Congressional District. Read More »

Thompson Advances to November with Resounding Win in CA-04 Primary Election

Congressman Mike Thompson has scored a resounding win in the primary election, besting his nearest opponent by double digits and NBC projecting that he will be moving on to the general election in November. Read More »

California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index

If only the Legislature could be as helpful as Congress was on the Small Business Tax Deduction Read More »

Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

Voters to Decide on Critical Measure to Restore Their Rights on Taxes Read More »

Assembly Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry’s Medical Debt Relief Bill Heads to Assembly Appropriations

Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry’s Assembly Bill 2123 (AB 2123), The Medical Debt Relief Act, will be heard in the Assembly Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, May 6. Read More »

Assembly Republicans Demand Special Session to Combat California’s $180 Billion Fraud Epidemic

Are California Democrats ‘Complicit or Complacent?’ Read More »

Placer County Court Clerks, Reporters and Employees Endorse Judicial Challenger Dave Bass Against Appointed Incumbent Leon Dixson

In a shocking development, the United Public Employees (UPE), representing Placer County’s Court Clerks, Reporters and Employees, have taken the unprecedented step of endorsing a judicial candidate challenging a sitting judge. Read More »