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Building Progress at Home and in Sacramento

As we move into summer, our work remains focused on delivering results for the Inland Empire while ensuring our communities have a voice in the decisions that affect their daily lives.

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JOIN ME: State Resources for Small Businesses

Please join me and representatives from the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank (IBank) and the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) for a virtual workshop on state resources available to help start, grow, and strengthen small businesses in the Inland Empire.
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Senator Reyes Issues Statement on Executive Order relating to Artificial Intelligence and the Workforce

Senator Reyes issued a statement in response to Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order relating to artificial intelligence and the workforce.
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Nominate through May 31 – Summer Celebration of Service

Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes is now accepting nominations for the Summer Community Honors, recognizing individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact across Senate District 29.
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Nearly all of Senator Reyes Bills Pass Major Fiscal Hurdle in Senate

Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes (D-Colton) announced that 10 of 12 bills in her 2026 Legislative Package have passed the Senate Appropriations Committee, marking a major fiscal milestone for the proposals. The measures will now advance to the Senate Floor for consideration by the full Senate later this month.
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Nominations Now Open + Important Community & Legislative Updates

There’s never a dull moment in Sacramento—but this time of year is especially busy. As we work to finalize the State Budget and move hundreds of bills through key deadlines, I’m proud that my 2026 legislative package has successfully advanced through Senate policy committees. This week, we’ll learn which proposals pass the Senate Appropriations Committee.
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Lawmakers and Students Highlight “Empowering California’s Future” Initiative

Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes (D–Colton) and Assemblymember Mike Fong (D–Alhambra) joined students and higher education leaders for a press conference highlighting legislation to establish Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANHPI) designations in California.
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California Legislature Approves Resolution Proclaiming Dolores Huerta Day

The California State Legislature approved Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 152 by Senator Reyes, proclaiming April 10 as Dolores Huerta Day in California.
The resolution honors the life and legacy of Dolores Huerta—renowned labor leader, civil rights activist, and lifelong advocate for working families—and encourages schools and educational institutions across the state to recognize her contributions and share her story with students.SB 1075 builds on years of work to identify and fund projects that address disproportionate pollution burdens in disadvantaged communities by establishing clearer accountability, stronger oversight, and meaningful enforcement mechanisms to ensure local decisions align with community-driven air quality plans.
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As Diesel Prices Soar, California Bill aims to Make Electric Trucks More Affordable

As California diesel prices exceed $7.00 per gallon, Senate Bill (SB) 1213 by Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes has passed a key Senate policy committee with unanimous support. The measure aims to make zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles more affordable for California’s fleet operators.