California State Assembly Democratic Caucus

08/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/15/2024 18:00

Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel Successfully Advances Seven Bills to the California State Senate Floor

For immediate release:
Thursday, August 15, 2024

SACRAMENTO, CA - Today, the following seven (7) bills by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel passed out of the California Senate Appropriations Committee:

AB 1053 - Affordable Housing Construction Loans

Would reduce the cost of affordable housing by allowing, for the first time ever, developers to access construction funds during the building process.

AB 2316 - School Food Safety Act

Would protect California students by prohibiting schools from serving foods that contain harmful chemicals linked to behavioral and developmental issues in children.

AB 2331 - Voluntary Carbon Offset Transparency

Combats corporate greenwashing and protects the environment by improving transparency for voluntary carbon offset credits.

AB 2455 - The Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act

Strengthens and modernizes local and state whistleblower hotline laws to prevent the misuse of state funds and resources.

AB 2621 - Hate Crime Reduction and Community Safety Act

Requires law enforcement training on hate crimes to include education on how gun violence restraining orders can prevent an escalation in hate-based violence.

AB 2899 - Safe Nurse-to-Patient Ratios

Strengthens enforcement measures to ensure hospitals comply with safe nurse-to-patient staffing and prioritize patient safety.

AB 3160 - Low-Income Housing Tax Credits

Secures $500 million annually in funding for Low-Income Housing Tax Credits through 2031, facilitating the construction of tens of thousands of affordable units across California.

Following passage from the Senate Appropriations Committee, these bills now advance to the Senate Floor for a vote.

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Jesse Gabriel proudly represents the San Fernando Valley in the California State Legislature.