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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.

Assembly Democrats also approve Legal Aid Funding to Support Vulnerable Californians and Immigrant Workers Under Threat from White House’s Extreme Deportation Agenda

Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur introduced AB 309, a bill maintaining pharmacists’ discretion to provide sterile syringes to adults without a prescription.

Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur will succeed former Assemblymember Brian Maienschein as Chair of the California Rare Disease Caucus, with Assemblymember Diane Dixon and State Senator Catherine Blakespear serving as Vice Chairs.

In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires, residents in affected areas are looking to the California State Legislature for swift action to help lead the recovery effort.