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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
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Josh Becker hosts forum on democracy, civil discourse in Menlo Park
At a moderated conversation July 7, state Sen. Josh Becker, D-Menlo Park, hosted a forum where constituents were asked to discuss some of the nation’s most integral documents, talking about
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NBC News @nbcnews.com · 07/07/2026
An Afghan national who fought alongside U.S. forces has died from an allergic reaction while in ICE custody, one day after he was detained for deportation proceedings, his death certificate shows. www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
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Afghan national who fought with U.S. forces died of allergic reaction in ICE custody
Mohammad Nazeer Paktiawal, 41, suffered “an adverse drug reaction” to an unidentified substance, which triggered anaphylaxis and exacerbated his asthma, the death report shows.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Happy Islamic New Year to all who celebrate. As we welcome the Islamic New Year, I extend my best wishes to Muslim communities in California and around the world. May this new year bring peace, health, prosperity, and renewed hope to all.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Great turnout for my Java with Josh in South San Francisco! Always appreciate the chance to connect directly with constituents, hear what’s on your mind, and have real conversations about the issues impacting our community. Thanks to everyone who came out and shared their thoughts. #caleg #sd13
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
It’s a new year, and that means new legislation. I’m excited about the bills I’ve introduced for 2026 and the real impact they can have for our community. #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Today we announced the California Megafire Prevention Legislative Package. My bill, SB 973, strengthens wildfire resilience by expanding the Wildfire County Coordinator Program, giving counties more tools and resources to coordinate prevention, preparedness, and mitigation efforts.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
SB 968 builds on that success by permanently removing cost as a barrier, expanding opportunity, and investing in the future of our community. (2/2)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Today, I’m announcing SB 968, my bill to make free community college tuition permanent in SMCCCD and—most importantly—the students who benefited from the free tuition bill I authored in 2022. (1/2) #SB968 #FreeCollege #CALeg #EducationForAll
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Incredibly grateful to receive the Ratepayer Affordability Champion Award from TURN. The affordability reforms we advanced through SB 254 are expected to save billions over the next 10 years. I look forward to working with TURN to hold utilities accountable and tackle rising energy costs #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
CA is taking on the toughest challenges to deliver real reform. We also discussed the growing challenge of data centers and the potential for them to be a boon if done smartly, and supporting economic growth while keeping our focus on affordability and improving water efficiency #caleg #cleanenergy
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Today I addressed the California Municipal Utilities Association during their Capitol Day. We discussed lowering energy costs, strengthening wildfire resilience & meeting CA’s clean energy goals. From building a regional power grid with our neighbors to reining in excessive utility profits (1/2)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
I joined Sen pro Tem Limón, Speaker Rivas & other colleagues to condemn what ICE is doing in MN. It’s a blatant violation of our rights, & CA is fighting back. In addition to the No Kings Act, we’re funding legal council so immigrants can appear in front of a judge and not get chased by a gun #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Stopping by FOX 40 for a conversation with Eytan Wallace about the Delete Act and California’s newest privacy protection tool DROP, which is the strongest one in the nation. Go to Privacy.ca.gov/drop and reclaim control over your data! #dataprivacy #dataprivacyweek #deleteact #DROP
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
E-bike use has exploded to more than 1.3M in 2025. With that growth comes important questions about safety, education, and smart policy. Join my virtual town hall on E-Bike Safety on January 28 at 5pm! SD13.senate.ca.gov/events
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a day of service and a time to act on our shared responsibility to one another. Dr. King’s vision calls us to build a more just and compassionate society, especially in times like these. Let’s honor his legacy by putting those values into practice.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Too many Californians, including US citizen & veteran George Retes who was unlawfully detained for days, and the brutal killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis highlight the urgent need for accountability & justice. This bill sends a clear message that no one, not even ICE, is above the law (2/2)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Proud to stand with my colleagues Senators Scott Wiener and Susan Rubio to call for action on SB 747, the No Kings Act, which will ensure that federal officials who violate constitutional rights can be held accountable. (1/2)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Trump’s reckless attack on our AI regulations will styfle innovation and cause serious harm to people. It will undermine CA’s safeguards like the CA AI Transparency Act and our ban on using AI as the sole decider for a patient’s medically necessary treatments. sd13.senate.ca.gov/news/press-r...
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Thank you Assemblymember Zbur!
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
What an incredible and eye opening experience today at Correctional Training Facility. Watch this moment of reflection with my friend, Aisha, Executive Director of of Life Sciences Cares and so many others! #entrepreneurship #reentryreform #smartjustice #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Today I’m heading to the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad this morning to volunteer for Defy Ventures with their Managing Director Israel Garcia and a group of longtime friends to support this great program! #entrepreneurship #reentryreform #smartjustice #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Congrats to Senator Monique Limón, on becoming the first Latina Senate President pro Tempore in CA’s history. Her leadership, integrity, and passion for service inspire all of us in the Senate. I’m proud to work alongside her as we continue delivering bold solutions for Californians. #CALeg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
To all who wore our nation’s uniform, thank you for your service. 🇺🇸#veteransday
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
So this happened today!!! I held a press event at COP w/ the Climate Registry & it was way bigger than I thought it would be. Was a great opportunity to accomplish one of my goals: let people know that despite Trump CA is All In & then the tremendous climate progress we are making! #COP30 #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
I’ll try my best to keep you updated on some of the conversations I have here and please let me know if there are folks you think I should meet. I’ve already gotten some helpful introductions from friends. (3/3)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
I'm learning so much from other world leaders and many US Mayors who are here. We’re doubling down on our climate efforts in the face of the hostile, backward looking administration in DC. It’s been wonderful to partner already w/ Secretary Wade Crowfoot here at the Local Leaders Summit in Rio (2/3)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
So proud to be in Brazil representing California at COP30 & the Local Leaders Forum! They’ve asked me to speak about my work as Senate Energy Chair & everyone is very encouraged to hear about the bills my colleagues & I passed in CA. (1/3) #ClimateAction #CleanEnergy #CaliforniaLeadership #COP30
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Grateful to join @StephanieLinTV to share an update on our food drive.Thanks to the incredible kindness of our SD 13 community, we collected over 5,700 pounds of food and essentials for our local food banks, pantries, and nonprofits for those who’s SNAP benefits were cut. #FoodDrive #SD13 #CalFresh
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Day 2 of my District Office Food Drive had a phenomenal turnout. We received enough donations to make two drop offs to our partner non-profits. Thank you to all who chipped in! The office is still accepting donations of non-perishable food if you’d like to stop by today and donate. #sd13 #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
What an incredible Day 1 for our Food Drive! Thank you so much to all the constituents who came and dropped off this much needed food for our neighbors in need. Our office is still accepting donations, so please come on down to the district office today! #sd13
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Because of the federal government shutdown, SNAP (AKA CalFresh) benefits could end for thousands That’s why my district office is holding an emergency food drive. You can drop off non-perishable food donations M-F 9-5 at: 3525 Alameda de las Pulgas (Rear Parking Lot Entrance) Menlo Park, CA 94025
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Join Mayor Kamei and me for a conversation in Mountain View on 10/30 at 9am! RSVP HERE: lcmspubcontact.lc.ca.gov/PublicLCMS/S...
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
As the Bay Area Caucus chair, I’m proud to have doubled funding for coastal resilience and bay restoration to $102M. The Bay Area is the front line for sea level rise & we need to do everything we can to protect our communities #caleg #coastalresilience #sd13 www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvDh...
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PROP 4 FUNDS AWARDED
YouTube video by California Senate Democrats
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Thank you @governor.ca.gov for signing this important bill to protect our children and vulnerable populations from harmful AI chatbots. #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Great news today ! @governor.ca.gov signed my affordable housing bill. #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
@gavinnewsom.bsky.social signed my bill to expand our data privacy protections! #caleg
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Check out my op-ed about how Trump promised lower energy bills but is making them worse. #EnergyPolicy #CleanEnergy #Trump #ElectricityBills #Renewables #ClimateEconomics #caleg www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
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Contributor: Trump is doing everything he can to raise your energy bills
The president has sabotaged clean energy development at every turn.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
This is what happens when business, labor, and climate leaders work together: big, bipartisan wins that cut pollution, strengthen our grid, and save families money. California is showing the world that sustainability is the bottom line. #ClimateLeadership #CleanEnergy #castrong #caleg (3/3)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Our new affordability & climate package delivers up to $60B in savings for Californians. ✅ My bill, SB 254, alone saves $20B while tackling wildfire costs & utility accountability. ✅ AB 825 builds a West-wide clean energy market, cutting costs by $10B & boosting reliability. (2/3)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Ceres roundtable on Federal and State leadership with Congressional leaders Sen Sheldon Whitehouse and Cong Sean Casten (a former clean energy CEO). I spoke about how California is proving that climate leadership & affordability go hand in hand. 🌎⚡️(1/3)
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
This year, we had a mission to deliver affordability for CA, and Governor Newsom, Pro Tem Mike McGuire, and Senator Monique Limón were instrumental in making this historic victory possible. I’m looking forward to what we can accomplish next year.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Today the Governor signed the Legislature’s Affordability Package, including my bill to bring down utility costs This is the single most impactful energy affordability legislation, which will deliver $20 BILLION in savings over the next decade while making our grid cleaner, safer, and more reliable
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
This year, we had a mission to deliver affordability for CA, and Governor Newsom, Pro Tem Mike McGuire, and Senator Monique Limón were instrumental in making this historic victory possible. I’m looking forward to what we can accomplish next year.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Today the Governor signed the Legislature’s Affordability Package, including my bill to bring down utility costs This is the single most impactful energy affordability legislation, which will deliver $20 BILLION in savings over the next decade while making our grid cleaner, safer, and more reliable
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
So proud to announce that as Chair of the Bay Area Caucus, I secured double the amount of funding for coastal resilience and bay restoration — $102 million this year— a down payment on our community’s future. Every $ spent today is countless dollars saved from disasters and job loss in the future.
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Josh Becker @joshbecker.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Tune in at 2:00 pm PT for a major announcement about funding for coastal resilience and bay restoration. #caleg sd13.senate.ca.gov/video/senato...
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Senator Becker to Announce Doubling of Coastal and Bayside Resilience Funding
Senator Josh Becker (D–Menlo Park) will hold a press event to announce a significant victory for California’s coastal resilience. Senator Becker successfully secured major increases in Proposition 4 funding in the FY 2025–26 budget, including:
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