Thanks to my colleagues and my team for helping me celebrate my birthday today! Appreciated all the well wishes and delicious treats.
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Today, I convened the 1st Assembly #CaBudget committee hearing for the 2023-24 session, reviewing the Governor’s Jan 10 proposal. This kicks off months of hearings & negotiations in the months ahead, as we work toward a final spending plan by mid-June.
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A new report shows the #COVID19 pandemic has adversely affected the #AAPI community, including economic hardship, negative health outcomes & rising incidents of hate/violence. While CA’s #APIEquityBudget is helping, greater investment is needed. aapidata.com/reports/
February is #BlackHistoryMonth when we celebrate those who opened the doors toward a more inclusive society. The fight, however, is not over. We can honor their legacy by continuing the pursuit of equality & justice for all.
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I had a great time in the last week celebrating the #LunarNewYear on both coasts. First, I kicked off the #YearOfTheRabbit with other #AAPI leaders at the residence of VP Harris in Wash DC. Then I capped off the fun Saturday by participating in the LNY parade in San Francisco.
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The weather did not dampen the fun at this year’s San Francisco #LunarNewYear parade! It was still fun to see the festive performances & floats. Best off all … great to feel the sense of community. Thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate the #YearOfTheRabbit.
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Honored to be part of Fri’s celebration where announced $200M in federal funding for the Presidio, which is in my district. It’ll help modernize the power grid & water/sewer pipes. This ensures the park’s long-term health so that generations can keep enjoying it.
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Weekend fun idea: Come join the fun at the #LunarNewYear parade in San Francisco tomorrow. I will be in it again this year. If you see me, please wave! The festivities start at 5:15pm from Market & Montgomery.
The recent gun violence & hate incidents have traumatized the #AAPI community. Today, I announced $6.5M from the #CaBudget to strengthen mental health services at , allowing them to expand & centralize culturally competent programs in my district. a19.asmdc.org/press-releases
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Tax season is underway. If you earned $30K or less last year, you could be eligible for the CA Earned Income Tax Credit (#CalEITC), which gives refunds to lower wage workers. Read more about it, plus other tax credits available, in my latest eAlert: a19.asmdc.org/sites/a19.asmd
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The Electrification Project received another round of funding from the Transit & Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP). This time $367M. It’ll reduce greenhouse gas emissions, expand service & increase ridership. Exciting public transportation future for our region!
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Need help paying for college? Join today at 5:30 pm for a free online workshop where you can get answers to your questions about #FAFSA or the #CADreamAct Application. Register here: csac-ca-gov.zoom.us/webinar/regist
Enjoyed attending the #LunarNewYear celebration at the ’s residence with other #AAPI leaders. While the last several days have been challenging for our community, there’s much to be hopeful for.
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There will be an inter-faith memorial service for the victims of the #HalfMoonBay tragedy today at 4 pm, starting at the Event Center. Please join the community in mourning the lives lost.
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Last day, Daly City constituents! After I secured $4M from the #CaBudget last year to help revitalize Margate Park, it’s time to weigh in on improvements you’d like to see, so it can meet the needs of the community. Fill out the survey by the end of today: surveymonkey.com/r/margatepark
Today is #FredKorematsuDay, celebrating the civil rights leader who successfully challenged US policy to intern Japanese Americans. We honor his legacy by continuing to advance racial equity, social justice & human rights for all. Read more about him:
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The courts validated voter-approved Regional Measure 3, which raises billions for Bay Area transit & highway projects that are critical for our economy. The Bay Area Caucus Leadership was key in getting this 2018 measure on the ballot. Glad it prevailed.
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There’s a vigil tonight in San Francisco for the victims of the #MontereyPark & #HalfMoonBay tragedies. It will be held in Chinatown’s Portsmouth Square starting at 5:30 pm. Let’s mourn, heal & commit even more to ending #GunViolence.
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CA is leading the clean car revolution. #Cleancars accounted for over 18% of new car sales last year. Californians know #cleancars are better for the environment and reduce the carbon footprint of the transportation sector.
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#MontereyPark. #HalfMoonBay. And countless more tragedies. #EnoughIsEnough. I spoke with ’s about the need to do more in order to keep our country safe. abc7news.com/amp/gun-contro
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Today, I announced a new bill, #AB264, to allow CA community colleges to observe #LunarNewYear as a state holiday. We’re better as a society when we create opportunities for communities to learn about each other to encourage acceptance.
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I joined the Governor & other leaders in meeting farm workers & community leaders impacted by the #HalfMoonBay tragedy. We want to make sure they have the resources they need & let them know our work in curbing #GunViolence is not done.
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Authorities say the #HalfMoonBay shooting was workplace violence. Reminder my bill, #AB61, now allows employers & co-workers to file a gun violence restraining order (#GVRO) with a court to temporarily take away someone’s firearm if they pose a danger.
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My heart goes out to all the impacted families and their loved ones. Another tragedy in this new year.
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What is the world coming to? We just held a moment of silence on the Assembly floor and a vigil for the 11 victims in #MontereyPark. Shocked by the news of 7 people killed in #HalfMoonBay. More senseless #GunViolence. Too many guns in the wrong hands.
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In response to the #MontereyPark tragedy, the held a vigil outside the State Capitol today to grieve the victims & their families. Our community must continue its resiliency through these difficult times & unite with one another in the spirit of the #LunarNewYear.
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Grateful to our federal leaders for securing $400M from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to finish the seismic retrofitting of the Golden Gate Bridge, located in my district. This increases the span’s earthquake resiliency, which is vital to commuters & businesses relying on it.
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Horrific shooting on the eve of the Lunar New Year in #MontereyPark. On a night where families are celebrating with loved ones to usher in the new year, we have a tragedy leaving the community in shock. We mourn the loss of life & this senseless violence.
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Happy Lunar New Year! The Year of the Rabbit starts tomorrow & for the first time in CA history, it’s an official state holiday. The designation is special because it says #AAPI communities matter.
Wrapped up the 2023 Bay Area Caucus Summit with a tour of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. It was cold but fun! Can’t wait to get back to the Capitol to tackle the policy issues we discussed over the last couple of days. Stay tuned.
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Disaster recovery programs are now available for San Francisco businesses that suffered significant damage from flooding & leaks during our recent storms. Applications for up to $5K opened up today:
Our 2023 Bay Area Caucus Summit is off to a great start - we’re discussing critical issues such as homelessness, affordable housing, mental health, drought, & transit. These excellent panels help inform various policy conversations and ideas through the year.
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Unrepresented workers in my district are trying to unionize. With help from The District Council of Iron Workers, they rallied this morning in Daly City to fight for better wages & employee benefits. #UnionStrong
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Ring in the Year of the Rabbit this Saturday with fun festivities, culinary delights & cultural performances during the #LunarNewYear Celebration at Thrive City. It’ll be filled with wishes for health, luck & prosperity throughout the new year! Free tix: eventbrite.com/e/lunar-new-ye
Thanks to our #CaBudget investment, more 4 year olds are eligible for Transitional Kindergarten (TK), which will help them become successful students. Check with your local school district for info. In San Francisco, applications are due Feb 3. sfusd.edu/schools/enroll
Another round of #StopAAPIHate grants is available to nonprofits that help victims or provide prevention/intervention programs. $44M has already been awarded in the last year. More info & application (due by 2/13) here: cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/
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