Press Releases

SACRAMENTO, CA – Today, Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur (D-Hollywood) and State Senator Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica), along with joint authors Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Los Angeles) and Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva (D-Fullerton), and Senator Caroline Menjivar (D-San Fernando Valley) and Senator Henry Stern (D-Los Angeles), unveiled key provisions in AB 1138 and SB 630, legislation aimed at making California’s Film & Television Tax Credit Program more competitive with other states and countries. These enhancements seek to retain and expand entertainment industry jobs, boost small businesses that support production, and reinforce California’s status as the global leader in creativity and innovation. The authors also applaud Governor Newsom’s ongoing support for the film and television industry, including his commitment to expanding the tax credit program to $750 million as a cornerstone of California’s economic and cultural identity.

Inspired by the Story of Oreo, a Pomeranian Reunited with His Owner After Surviving for Five Days in the Debris of the Palisades Fire, the FOUND Act Not Only Protects Pets but Also Prevents Their Owners From Endangering Themselves by Attempting Unauthorized Rescues

Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur presents Dr. Kathryn Jeffery with a 2025 Woman of the Year Honoree Commendation on Monday, March 10, 2025.

SACRAMENTO, CA—Assemblymember and Democratic Caucus Chair Rick Chavez Zbur (D-Hollywood) has released the following statement regarding AB 1333, sponsored by Everytown for Gun Safety.

New bill will ensure that uniform curriculum advances multicultural respect and is free from harmful biases

AB 1138 and SB 630, introduced by Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur and Senator Ben Allen, with joint authorship from Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, will strengthen and modernize the Hollywood Film Tax Credit, keeping productions and jobs in California.

Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur introduced AB 891, a bill that will require Caltrans to develop a quick-build bike lane and intersection program that will swiftly and inexpensively improve highway safety for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Introduced by Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur, AB 941 will establish clear timelines to accelerate grid electric grid expansion and support California’s clean energy transition while maintaining the integrity of crucial environmental review processes.

Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur introduced AB 715, a bill aimed at protecting attorneys from disciplinary action for providing legal services related to health care that is lawful in California, including access to reproductive rights and gender-affirming care.

Introduced by Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur, AB 648 will combat housing insecurity and homelessness among community college students while also addressing California’s broader housing crisis by increasing the supply of affordable housing in local communities.