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California Passes Landmark Legislation Using Market Transparency and Competition to Drive Down Electric Truck Costs

Senate Bill (SB) 1213 has passed its final legislative votes in the California Legislature and will now head to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk for consideration. The bill establishes new market transparency requirements for zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, helping ensure California’s clean transportation investments deliver greater value for fleet operators, taxpayers, and communities burdened by diesel pollution.

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SB 1414 Heads to Governor’s Desk, Advancing Independent Redistricting for San Bernardino County Reyes’ legislation would put residents—not elected officials—in charge of drawing supervisorial district lines

Senate Bill 1414 has passed the California Legislature and is headed to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk, bringing San Bernardino County one step closer to establishing a truly independent citizens redistricting commission.

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Senator Reyes Announces 2026 Summer Celebration of Service Honorees

Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes (D-Colton) announced the 2026 recipients of her annual Summer Celebration of Service Honors, recognizing outstanding individuals, organizations, veterans, and businesses whose service has strengthened communities throughout Senate District 29.

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Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes Statement on the 2026-27 California State Budget

The California Legislature approved the 2026-27 State Budget, reflecting months of collaboration and difficult decisions to protect essential services while maintaining a balanced budget.

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Senator Reyes Issues Statement on 2026-27 Legislative Budget Agreement

Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes (D–Colton), Chair of the Senate Budget Subcommittee #2 on Resources, Environmental Protection, and Energy, issued a statement in response to the 2026-27 Legislative Budget.

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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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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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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.