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Nearly four million Californians are working to pay back student loans, with an average balance of almost $39,000. Regardless of race, income, or nationality, everyone should have access to higher education without socioeconomic barriers limiting their ability to seek education. Since assuming the presidency, President Biden has been diligent in striving to alleviate the burden of student loans for all Americans.

In case you missed it, an important year-long project has been AC Transit’s Realign Plan working to update the bus lines and schedules that will affect riders within our District and the greater East Bay. While it's an honor to represent crucial public transit and community hubs serviced by BART, AC Transit, and Paratransit, public input and feedback remain essential.

This May marks Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month – an important opportunity to celebrate the cultural traditions and considerable impact that Asian American and Pacific Islander communities have made across the country and especially here in the East Bay.

My office has received many calls from community members across the district who have shared troubling news that their home insurance will not be renewed as companies like State Farm announce new restrictions and limitations amid a changing insurance market. During this stressful time, I want to ensure you have the proper information to know your rights and make the best decision for you and your family.

I’m thrilled to announce that my Summer 2024 Student Internship Program is now accepting applications! Apply before May 12, 2024! My office is looking for engaged students in high school and college or recent graduates looking to spend a minimum of 10 hours a week learning about California policy and engaging our community.

This Monday, April 22 marks Earth Day, an opportunity to celebrate the health of our environment and to reflect on how our society and daily actions can preserve our planet’s health for future generations.

It's that time of the year again, tax return season is here! Many families in Assembly District 18 are looking for affordable ways to file their federal and state taxes.

This month I am incredibly proud to recognize California’s rich history of activism as we celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and César Chávez Day. A California labor legend, Chavez founded the National Farm Workers Association, later called the United Farm Workers, to advocate for the labor and collective bargaining rights of migrant farm workers.

Dear Friends,

My office has received calls from community members in the district, particularly from our senior residents, who felt dismayed by the news that AT&T has appealed to end their status as a Carrier of Last Resort for landline telecommunication service in California. This is concerning, and as the California Public Utilities Commission reviews their application, I want to provide a factual basis to dispel worries over an immediate impact on our district’s landline service, and to inform the advocacy efforts of many in our community.

Dear Friends,

I am thrilled to kick off Women’s History Month this March in District 18 and across California! As the month unfolds, we are also excited to commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8 and Latina History Day on March 10. During these occasions, we reflect on the glass ceilings that women trailblazers have shattered over the years to be in positions of leadership and celebrate our collective strength.