Press Releases

Legislation to Establish Statewide Eviction Defense Program for Vulnerable Renters Approved by Assembly Judiciary Committee

Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Legislation Would Create New “Homelessness Prevention Fund” Under the State Bar of California, Provide Legal Representation to Particularly Vulnerable Renters Who Face Exacerbated Risk of Displacement and Homelessness

California Legislators Introduce Bipartisan Effort to Hold Social Media Companies Accountable for Online Hate and Disinformation

Monday, March 29, 2021

Groundbreaking Legislation Would Require Social Media Companies to Publicly Disclose Corporate Policies and Key Metrics Regarding Online Hate, Disinformation, and Extremism

Legislators Announce Measure to Require Microstamping Technology in Law Enforcement Handguns

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

First-in-the-Nation Legislation Would Overcome Gun Industry Obstinance and Mark A Major Step Forward In the Adoption of Microstamping Technology; Would Increase Accountability and Transparency in Officer-Involved Shootings

Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel Honors Community Organizer Lisa Kodimer as 2021 Woman of the Year

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Kodimer Led Efforts to Support Frontline Health Workers in the San Fernando Valley During COVID-19 Pandemic

Amid Alarming Audit Findings, Legislators Introduce Bipartisan Measure to Increase Oversight of State Homeless Funding

Thursday, February 18, 2021

Legislation Follows Highly Critical Report by the California State Auditor; Would Require Providers to Report Key Data and Metrics as a Condition of Receiving State Funding

Legislators Announce Effort to Support Struggling Restaurants Through More Outdoor Dining and Delivery Options

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Legislation Would Dramatically Increase Regulatory Flexibility, Provide New Framework for Delivery of Alcoholic Beverages

Legislators Introduce Bill to Address Student Mental Health Crisis Exacerbated by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Tuesday, January 26, 2021

SACRAMENTO, CA — Amid growing concern about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth mental health, Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Woodland Hills) today announced the introduction of legislation that would en

Jesse Gabriel Appointed as Majority Whip of the California State Assembly

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Woodland Hills) was appointed Majority Whip of the California State Assembly by Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood). A key member of the leadership team, the Majority Whip works with the Speaker, the Majority Leader, and the Assistant Whips to advance the legislative agenda of the Democratic Caucus.

On First Day of New Term, Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel Introduces Measures to Support Struggling Restaurants, Address Housing Affordability, and Reduce Hate Crimes

Monday, December 7, 2020

SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, immediately after being sworn-in for his second full term in the California Legislature, Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Woodland Hills) introduced his first bills of the new term. Reflecting the many challenges facing the state, these measures address the devastating impacts of COVID-19, California’s housing affordability crisis, and the recent surge in hate crimes.

Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel to Serve as Chair of the California Legislative Jewish Caucus, Senator Scott Wiener Elected Vice Chair

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Caucus Membership Expands Following Election Victories Across the State

SACRAMENTO, CA — The California Legislative Jewish Caucus announced today that Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino) has been elected by members of the caucus to serve as Chair for the 2021-2022 legislative session. Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) has been elected Vice Chair. In recent years, the Jewish Caucus has grown into an influential voice in the State Legislature, and will expand to at least 17 legislators following the election of Senators-Elect Josh Newman (D-Diamond Bar) and Josh Becker (D-San Mateo).