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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

After Shooting of Utility Worker, Senate Public Safety Committee 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

State Lawmaker Seeks to Track ICE Activity

SFO incident shines a spotlight on necessity of tracking ICE activity

PRESS RELEASE: New Bill Will Hold Illegal Dumping Violators Accountable

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

Public Safety Committee Chairs Announce Support for Policy to Strengthen Judicial Power to Deny Mental Health Diversion

Public Safety Committee Chairs Announce Support for Policy to Strengthen Judicial Power to Deny Mental Health Diversion

Senator Jesse Arreguín Applauds Signing of Bill to Provide Critical Funding to Bay Area Transit Agencies

The $590 million loan will provide essential funding to transit agencies facing a fiscal cliff as the region considers a long-term self-help measure

Senator Arreguín Introduces Bill to Enhance State's Gun Safety Laws

SB 948 will require firearm carriers who move to California to obtain a firearm safety certificate, and for certificate applicants to complete basic gun training.

Senator Arreguín Appointed Chair of Housing Committee

East Bay’s State Senator Also Remains Chair of Public Safety Committee

Trump Administration Sues California to Keep Law Enforcement Masked

Lawsuit Seeks to Block California’s New “No Secret Police Act” Requiring Visible Identification for Law Enforcement