Spiking prices during disasters intolerable

San Diego rarely has to deal with weather so severe and di­sastrous that a state of emer­gency is declared. But when it does happen,...

Expanding access to mental health care

In 1967, many state hospitals serving persons with mental illnesses were closed, but local programs to address their needs were inadequate. In 1991, oversight...

Supporting California’s native wildlife

I introduced AB 1031 in 2017 to establish the Native California Wildlife Rehabilitation Voluntary Tax Contribution Fund. The legislation allows taxpayers filing their returns...

Proud of California Chamber’s support

I have operated my own small business for 30 years, and eliminating burdensome regulations that get in the way of business formation and success...

Voters should decide Prop. 13’s fate

As many of you know, I work hard in Sacramento to fight taxes, fees and overbearing regulations. Californians continue to suffer under our excessively...

Identity theft happens, protect yourself

Scams come in every variety and target every segment of the population. From the grandparent scam to the get rich quick ploy, the common...

Adoption can help protect animals

Ensuring the well-being of all animals is one of my big priorities. Over the years I have introduced and supported bills that provide funding...

Supporting Local Firefighters

Local fire departments are essential for public safety. By responding rapidly to wildfires and other emergencies, they save countless lives. Ensuring they have the...

Businesses are on the hook, again

During the pandemic, the Employment Development Department (EDD) virtually collapsed, and legislative offices like mine stepped into the breach. My office alone handled over...

A model for everyone to follow?

Juneteenth celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. But over 150 years later, discriminatory public policies have prevented African Americans from...