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Press Releases

Senator Arreguin joins Berkeley Mayor Ishii, Councilmembers, and first responders in presenting a $1 Million check.

Senator Arreguín Delivers $1 Million for Faster, More Effective 911 Response in Berkeley

The funds will improve response and efficiency of 911 dispatch

Oakland Mayor Asks California Legislature to Hold Illegal Dumping Violators Accountable

SB 1218 would trigger a vehicle immobilization for unpaid illegal dumping penalties.

Legislature Approves $11.25 Billion Affordable Housing Bond

State housing bond expected to appear on November ballot

Zero Textbook Cost Program Recognized for Saving California Community College Students $33 Million Last Year

Senator Jesse Arreguin recognizes Zero Textbook Cost degrees at the Senate floor.

State Senate Advances Bill to Protect Utility Workers from Assault

SB 1330 (Arreguín, D-Oakland) will enhance legal protections for utility employees and other workers engaged in essential infrastructure work

Bill to Shine Light on ICE Activity Advances State Senate

SB 1257 would require the Attorney General to update the public and legislature annually on immigration incidents and activities in California

State Senate Advances Bill to Hold Illegal Dumping Violators Accountable

SB 1218 would prevent vehicle registration renewal for people with outstanding illegal dumping penalties

Senator Arreguín Applauds Governor Newsom’s Support for Transforming Golden Gate Fields into a New Public Waterfront Park

The May Revise budget includes $125 million from Prop 4 funds to support the conversion of the former horseracing track into a waterfront park.

Bill to Help Homeowners Protect Homes from Wildfires Advances Committee

SB 1041, the Fire Hardening Act of 2026 by Senator Jesse Arreguín, expands the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program to include home hardening projects