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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Affordable childcare is a critical need for parents throughout California. That is why Legislative Democrats prioritized the issue in the 2026-27 State Budget, creating 25,000 new childcare slots statewide.
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Former Biden HHS Secretary and candidate for governor, Xavier Becerra celebrated National Health Center Week by visiting a community health care center in Madera. There, he emphasized the important role local health care centers played in rural communities such as the Central Valley. #CALeg
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
According to an annual report, the AG’s office had reversed numerous attempts by Trump and MAGA Republicans to slash federal funding previously allocated for California public programs. The AG’s efforts were supported by the $25 million Legal Defense Fund created by Legislative Dems in January 2025.
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) has introduced the Reducing Red Tape for Rebuilding Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation co-sponsored with Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA). The Senate bill aims to help support communities rebuilding after a wildfire or other major emergency disaster. #CALeg
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Last Thursday, opponents of Prop 39 successfully argued in court that the YES campaign’s ballot statement contained deliberate lies about voter identification. The lawsuit was filed by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas and Senate Pro Tem Monique Limón, in their individual capacities. #CALeg #Election
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
San Jose Japantown leaders stood together to honor those killed in ICE custody and to condemn a proposed ICE detention center to be built nearby. They were joined by Rep. Zoe Lofgren, Speaker Robert Rivas, Assemblymembers Ash Kalra and Patrick Ahrens, the Nikkei Resisters, and others.
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Introduced earlier this year, Assembly Bill 2393 by California Assemblywoman Dawn Addis is part of a broader effort by Legislative Dems to protect the state's immigrant communities. AB 2393 now awaits a vote in the Senate's Appropriations Committee. #CALeg #ICE #California
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
In CA's 22nd Congressional District, a recent poll, sponsored by Democrats' House Majority PAC, showed Democratic challenger Randy Villegas ahead by 4 points over incumbent Rep. David Valadao. The race is expected to be a deciding factor in whether Democrats can retake the House this November.
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
In the 2026-27 California State Budget, Assembly and Senate Dems provided $16.5 million in funding for diaper banks across the state to help families with new children. The initiative is part of Legislative Democrats’ efforts to protect and expand safety-net programs for California families. #CALeg
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla of California has sponsored the SHIELD Our Elections Act in response to Donald Trump and MAGA’s continued attacks on election security. Prior to serving in the U.S. Senate, Padilla served as California’s Secretary of State. #news #california #politics #trump #elections
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Former State Attorney General and HHS Secretary, and now gubernatorial candidate, Xavier Becerra, expressed a commitment to ensure Hollywood and California’s film industry workers continue to thrive if he is elected. #california #hollywood #politics
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Since Super Bowl LX, California has hosted several primetime sports events, including the NBA All-Star Game and 14 soccer matches during the FIFA World Cup. With the 2028 Summer Olympics coming to LA in 2 years, the Golden State expects to benefit significantly from the tourism and economic impact.
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
After the horrible Palisades and Eaton Fires in 2025, Assemblyman John Harabedian has fought to help affected residents recover and rebuild as quickly as possible, including introducing bills to provide mortgage relief and recovery assistance. #CALeg #California #Wildfire #PalisadesFire #EatonFire
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Data centers have become an important concern for millions of Californians. AB 2383, authored by Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur, would help ensure residents’ electricity bills don’t skyrocket because of data centers utility usages. #CALeg #DataCenter #CaliBrief #California
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
The CA Legislature will ask voters to approve Prop 1, the Veteran and Income-Qualified Housing Bond Measure. The historic measure would authorize $11.25 billion in bonds to fund new housing, down payment assistance, and affordable mortgage financing for thousands of first-time homebuyers. #CALeg
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
In response to ICE’s predatory tactics, the California State Assembly has passed 22 bills to hold ICE agents accountable for their actions. #CALeg
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
According to a poll from the Public Policy Institute of California, former State AG and HHS Secretary @xavierbecerra.bsky.social leading MAGA media personality Steve Hilton by 25 points in the race for governor.
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CaliBrief @calibrief.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
What’s CaliBrief? Your NEW insight into all things California politics and policy! We look forward to serving every resident of this great state.
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