ICYMI: We are pleased to join with our colleagues to support #AB2654 to ban NDAs as part of legislative deliberations cc: Assemblyman Vince Fong cbrt.org/wp-content/upl…

A bill by Assemblyman Vince Fong that would ban lobbyists from using NDAs to secretly negotiate legislation is stirring up good trouble -- too bad it’s likely to die in committee on Thursday, crushed by the suffocating weight of CalChamber. My latest column: sacbee.com/opinion/articl…

Today, we remember the 1.5 million Armenians who were murdered in the Armenian Genocide. The threat of genocide is still present. We must continue our efforts to prevent these crimes against humanity.

Reminder, Truxtun Ave. and 17th Street between L & Q streets will be closed temporarily from noon to 4 TODAY, April 25 for the annual Victims' Rights March. Please plan accordingly as traffic delays are expected.

.O.C. Register Keep NDAs out of the lawmaking process ocregister.com/2024/04/24/nda…

KDA enjoyed a dynamic day at Californias’s state capitol as we advocated for pivotal arts initiatives. Our discussions centered around the continuation of the California Creative Corps and support for Prop 28. TY Assemblyman Vince Fong and Dr. Jasmeet Bains for robust conversations! 👏

California will continue to allow NDAs to be used in the state's lawmaking process. The California Chamber of Commerce would not comment when I asked if it used NDAs in negotiations. Assemblyman Vince Fong says the effort to ban them is not dead. kcra.com/article/lawmak…

“California Dems are demonstrating that they view Sacramento as their own little club, where duly-elected Republicans have no power. This malignant feature of a one-party state results in a legislature that seems to us like a mere puppet of the Governor.” sacbee.com/opinion/articl…

A California bill aiming to ban confidentiality agreements when negotiating legislation fails apnews.com/article/califo…

.O.C. Register Assembly Democrats kill bill to ban use of NDAs in legislative negotiations ocregister.com/2024/04/28/dem…

Do your pups need to be updated on their vaccines? Animal Control will be hosting a low-cost, drive-thru dog vaccination clinic this Saturday, May 4 beginning at 9 a.m. at Beach Park, 3400 21st Street. Due to weather, this will be the last drive-thru clinic until October.

We must always recognize victims' rights and promote a safer and more just society.

BAKERSFIELD: Northbound State Route 99 is reduced to one lane at State Route 119 due to an overturned big rig. Traffic backed up approximately 1.5 miles at this time. Expect delays through the area as crews work to clear the roadway. No ETO at this time.

Our updated revenue forecast, which reflects April collections, continues to suggest significant downside risk to revenues relative to the Governor’s Budget. Our forecast is $19 billion below the Governor’s Budget across 2022-23 to 2024-25. lao.ca.gov/LAOEconTax/Art…

.UCLA Those who espouse anti-Semitic violence must be held accountable, face discipline and, if necessary, be expelled and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

A Bakersfield restaurant has been named as one of Yelp's "Top 100 Barbecue Spots" in America. trib.al/uMRdNzi

Contrary to the Governor’s rhetoric, the gas tax has increased by 43% since he has been in office. His lack of action has resulted in California drivers paying an average of $5.30 per gallon when the national average is $3.63. My statement on the May Revise 👇

The Open Door Network is the 32nd Assembly District’s Nonprofit of the Year! With Lauren M S leading 300 employees, The Open Door Network helps women and families experiencing homelessness and domestic violence find their footing. They are deserving of this recognition!

Today is my last day in the Assembly. I will be heading to DC to be a strong voice for residents of the Central Valley in the coming weeks. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve them in the State Capitol. Below is my letter of gratitude to them.

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