Sen. María Elena Durazo; Asm. Matt Haney; Exec. Dir. Masih Fouladi, California Immigrant Policy Center; others; discuss the Center’s “critical list of 2026 policy and budgetary priorities – including access to health care, detention and deportation defense and food assistance,” also mark its 30th anniversary of “fighting for immigrant rights in California.” 8:30 a.m., Capitol Park, near N and 12th Sts. Contact: Edward Sifuentes, esifuentes@caimmigrant.org.

Also listed: Bruno Huizar, California Immigrant Policy Center; Ana Alvarez, Health Access California; Rahael Cherian Borchers, San Francisco General Hospital; Jackie Mendelson, Nourish California.

Also available via livestream. Part of California Immigrant Policy Center’s advocacy day, also includes 11 a.m. remarks from Asm. Corey Jackson and a 1 p.m. rally with Sen. Lena Gonzalez, Asm. Isaac Bryan, and Labor Commissioner Lilia García-Brower. Same location.

California Federation of Teachers Pres. Jeff Freitas and others “speak out against Governor Newsom’s proposal to withhold $5.6 billion in funding that is legally committed to California classrooms under Proposition 98,” say “while not yet approved by lawmakers, the school districts around the state are already using the Governor’s proposal to justify issuing pink slips to school workers and to cut programs critical to student success.” 10 a.m., 1225 H St. Contact: Matthew Hardy, 510 703 5291.

Also listed: Matt Meyer, Berkeley Federation of Teachers; Sandra Larsen, Petaluma Federation of Teachers.

Assembly Republican Leader Heath Flora and others “call for a special session of the Legislature focused on fraud across California’s state programs,” say the request “follows a recent announcement by AG Rob Bonta regarding arrests tied to a major hospice fraud operation,” noting that “concerns about fraud have been documented for years across major state programs,” discuss the need “for a focused legislative response to examine the full scope of fraud, identify failures in oversight, and advance reforms to protect taxpayer dollars.” 10 a.m., Pres. Ronald Reagan Statue, lower level. Contact: George Andrews, george.andrews@asm.ca.gov.

Also listed: Asms. Leticia Castillo, Laurie Davies, Carl DeMaio, Diane Dixon, Heather Hadwick, Josh Hoover, Natasha Johnson, Alexandra Macedo, Kate Sanchez and David Tangipa.

Also available via livestream.

SAN FRANCISCO — AFSCME Local 3299 Pres. Michael Avant and others provide “critical updates about continuing Unfair Labor Practices they are facing across the UC System,” also announce “next steps workers will be taking in the weeks ahead in an effort to end the University’s serial lawbreaking.” 11:30 a.m., UCSF Mission Bay Medical Center, 1975 4th St. Contact: comms@afscme3299.org.

Also listed: Kathryn Lybarger and Liz Perlman, AFSCME Local 3299.

Asms. Al Muratsuchi, Josh Hoover, and Josh Lowenthal; others; discuss AB 1644, would “establish a bell-to-bell smartphone restriction in schools,” also “highlight how reducing smartphone-related distractions during classroom instruction supports stronger academic outcomes and fosters the successful development of students.” 12:30 p.m., Rm. 317. Contact: Xóchitl Murillo, xochitl.murillo@asm.ca.gov.

Also listed: Martin Hilbert, UC Davis; Selma Cooper, Distraction-Free Schools California; Jose Torres, TechNet; Vihaan Bhardwaj, Generation Up.

Also available via livestream.

Senate — Check-in

• Education (Sasha Renée Pérez, Chair), 9 a.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 2100.
• Environmental Quality (Catherine Blakespear, Chair), 9 a.m., Rm. 112.
• Labor, Public Employment and Retirement (Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, Chair), 9:30 a.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 1200.
• Local Government (Maria Elena Durazo, Chair), 9:30 a.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 2200.
• Banking and Financial Institutions (Tim Grayson, Chair), 1:30 p.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 2100.
• Health (Akilah Weber Pierson, Chair), 1:30 p.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 1200.
• Housing (Jesse Arreguín, Chair), 1:30 p.m., Rm. 112.
• Rules (Monique Limón, Chair), 1:30 p.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 2200.
  • Governor’s appointees required to appear: as associate director, Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation: Kathleen Ratliff and Joseph Tuggle; as undersecretary of operations, Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation: Jason Johnson; as director, Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation: Madelynn McClain.
  • Not required to appear: to Court Reporters Board: Heatherlynn Gonzalez and Alison Saltonstall.

Assembly — Check-in.

• Agriculture (Esmeralda Soria, Chair), 1:30 p.m., Rm. 444.
• Appropriations (Buffy Wicks, Chair), 9 a.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 1100.
• Budget Subcommittee No. 2 on Human Services (Corey Jackson, Chair), 1:30 p.m., Rm. 126.
• POSTPONED TO MAY 13 — Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on Climate Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation (Steve Bennett, Chair), 9:30 a.m., Rm. 447.
• Communications and Conveyance (Tasha Boerner, Chair), 1:30 p.m., Rm. 437.
• Education (Darshana Patel, Chair), 1:30 p.m., 1021 O St., Rm. 1100.
• Elections (Gail Pellerin, Chair), 9 a.m., Rm. 444.
• Housing and Community Development (Matt Haney, Chair), 9:30 a.m., Rm. 437.
• Insurance (Lisa Calderon, Chair), 9:30 a.m., Rm. 126.
• Local Government (Juan Carrillo, Chair), 1:30 p.m., Rm. 447.

Nothing public announced as of 5:35 a.m. Contact: 916 445 4571.

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CANCELED — (LaShae) Sharp-Collins for Assembly 2026 (79th AD), “Chef’s table sit down” breakfast, Ticket $2000. 8:30 a.m., Grange, 926 J St. Contact: heather@goldenpoppyconsulting.com.

David Alvarez for State Assembly 2026 (80th AD), breakfast, Tickets: $5900, $3000, $1500. 8:30 a.m., Fox & Goose, 1001 R St. Contact: leslie@lacfundraising.com.

Assemblyman Stan Ellis 2025 Officeholder Account (32nd AD), reception, Host $5900, Sponsor $2500, Ticket $1500. Noon, Ella, 1131 K St. Contact: rsvp@goldenstatestrategy.com.

(Darshana) Patel for Assembly 2026 (76th AD), luncheon, Tickets: $5900, $3000, $1500. Noon, Mayahuel, 1200 K St. Contact: leslie@lacfundraising.com.

Scott Houston for Assembly 2026 (66th AD), lunch reception, Supporter $5900, Friend $3000, Ticket $1500.  Noon, Ella, 1131 K St. Contact: rsvp@bertolina.com.

Listed to attend: Asms. Rick Chavez Zbur and Blanca Rubio.

Re-Elect James Ramos for Assembly 2026 (45th AD), luncheon, Host $5900, Co-Host $3000, Ticket $1500. Noon, Brasserie du Monde, 1201 K St. Contact: lisa@strattonconsulting.net.

Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh for Senate 2028 (19th SD), reception, Sponsor $5900, Ticket $2000. 5 p.m., Oishii Sushi, 1000 K St. #200, RSVP here. Contact: capitaldevelopmentstrategies@gmail.com.

Juan Carrillo for Assembly 2026 (39th AD), reception, Tickets: $5900, $3000, $1500. 5 p.m., Ten Ten Room, 1010 10th St. Contact: leslie@lacfundraising.com.

Eric Lucan for Assembly 2026 (12th AD), reception, Sponsor $5900, Friend $3000, Ticket $1500. 5 p.m., Citizen Capitol Craft House, 1201 J St. Contact: rsvp@mckinleypillows.com

SAN DIEGO — (Ed) Musgrove for Senate 2026 (40th SD), reception, Gold $2500, Bronze $1000, Ticket $250. 5:30 p.m., Home of Jenn & Dan Curran, 7968 Purple Sage. Contact: dena@highland-illuminate.com.

Tina McKinnor for Assembly 2026 (61st AD), MJ The Musical, Ticket $1000. 7:30 p.m., Performing Arts Center, 1301 L St. Contact: jelena@marvadiazstrategies.com.

CalMatters reports it won “The Trust in American Institutions Challenge” and received a $9 million prize to expand Digital Democracy to other state newsrooms. CalMatters, under the leadership of co-founder and then-CEO David Lesher, launched Digital Democracy in 2023, and with its AI-assisted searchbot, opened up an ocean of data and video that people can use for closely tracking California government and politics. The challenge was sponsored by the MacArthur Foundation’s “Lever for Change” platform and LinkedIn’s co-founder Reid Hoffman. CalMatters has already successfully launched Digital Democracy Hawaii in partnership with the nonprofit-supported newsroom Honolulu Civil Beat in September 2025. “Our goal for the first wave of national expansion is to identify a handful of states that will give us a variety of learnings, so we hope to have some that are red and blue, large and small, with different legislative setups,” said CalMatters CEO Neil Chase. Contact: info@calmatters.org.

Marva Diaz Strategies and California Target Book report having hired Kaitlyn Raygoza, a Sacramento State graduate and the treasurer for FemDems, as an executive assistant. At the consulting firm, among other duties, Raygoza “will work closely with Development Dir. Jelena Herrera to support the firm’s fundraising efforts.” In her role with Target Book she “will collaborate with editors to support research and content development.” With the addition of Raygoza also comes the news that Sessily Preciado has been promoted from executive assistant to communications director. Contact: Preciado, sessily@marvadiazstrategies.com.

Sydney Hunter as “Huntress”

Carolyn Veal-Hunter, partner at lobbying firm Sloat Higgins Jensen & Associates, reports her daughter, Sydney Hunter, will be starring in the reboot of American Gladiators, which “began in 1989 as a groundbreaking athletic spectacle where everyday people battled superhero-like athletes.” Veal-Hunter says Gladiators “was one of the first shows to turn athletes into characters with names, costumes, and storylines and put women athletes on equal footing with men.” Hunter — who is founder of fitness brand BodybySyd and Capitol community challenges like “March in March” and “Active in April” — will be portraying the “fierce, fast, strategic, and visually memorable” persona of Huntress. The reboot will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on April 17, and Tia Orr, executive director of SEIU California, will host a screening and conversation with Hunter on April 22 at 5 p.m. at SEIU’s office, 1029 K St. Contact: Veal-Hunter, cjvhunter@shjlobby.com.

Fish and Game Commission, first of two days, considers approving initial Private Lands Wildlife Habitat Enhancement and Management Plans and 2026-2030 licenses for two properties in Monterey and San Benito counties “consisting of approximately 18,733 acres” to provide ” incentives for landholders to manage their property for the benefit of fish and wildlife in exchange for access to increased recreational opportunities, such as hunting tags or extended seasons;” other business. 8:30 a.m., Natural Resources HQ Building, 715 P St., 2nd Floor. Contact: fgc@fgc.ca.gov.

Agenda here. Also available via Zoom.

Thursday meeting begins at 9 a.m.

GONZALES (MONTEREY COUNTY) — Coastal Commission, first of three days, considers approving “free temporary event on the Santa Monica Pier deck from June 11–25, 2026, featuring an approximate 10-minute drone show with 2,500 drones on opening night, daily live viewing of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and additional themed experiences as part of the Michelob ULTRA Pitchside Club for attendees 21 and over” to be held “between the hours of 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. with the exception of the first day, which would be held between 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.” with daily attendance “estimated to be approximately 3,000 attendees with a maximum capacity of 1,500 attendees within the event space;” other business. 9 a.m., Dennis and Janice Caprara Community Center, 620 5th St. Contact: executivestaff@coastal.ca.gov.

Agenda here.

Also available via livestream.

Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, hears report on the 2025 US Forest Service California Aerial Survey, “conducted throughout southern California, the central coast, the southern San Francisco Bay Area, and the far southern Sierra Nevada Range where 2025 drought conditions were most severe” to “provide annual estimates of tree mortality and damage that depict broad mortality trends;” other business. 9:30 a.m., 715 P St. Contact: publiccomments@bof.ca.gov.

Agenda here.

Also available via webcast.

Water Commission, hears presentation from the Dept. of Water Resources’ Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) on “proposed additions and modifications to existing dam safety regulations for the Commission’s consideration,” such as clarifying “that application requirements apply to dam alterations, repairs, and removals;” “when time extensions for start of construction must be approved by DSOD;” and “how unlawfully constructed dams are addressed;” other business. 9:30 a.m., 715 P St., Second Floor, Room 02-201. Contact: Aaron Walters, aaron.walters@water.ca.gov.

Agenda here.

Also available via Zoom.

Agricultural Labor Relations Board, hears update from its general counsel; other business. 10 a.m., 1325 J St., Suite 1900. Contact: Satyadarshini Mathan, satyadarshini.mathan@alrb.ca.gov.

Agenda here.

Also available via Zoom, Meeting ID: 894 9442 5856.

Pooled Money Investment Board, considers approving $5.75 million loan renewal request from Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection for the “San Luis Obispo Unit Headquarters replacement” project, which “proposes the demolition of approx. 23,000 sf of existing buildings and associated facilities in order to allow for the construction of new site improvements” consisting of “approx. 39,040 sf of new buildings, including a new admin building, barracks/apparatus building, physical training building, auto shop building, and generator building;” other business. 10 a.m., 915 Capitol Mall, Rm. 121. Contact: Tracey Paine, tracey.paine@treasurer.ca.gov.

Agenda here.

Also available via teleconference: 916 573 6313, ID: 414 811 532#.

Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board, hears update from Rebecca Bach, supervising administrative law judge for the Board’s Appellate Operations Branch, on “the state of the appellate workload;” other business. 11 a.m., 2400 Venture Oaks Way, Rm. 400. Contact: Kim Hickox, cuiabboardinfo@cuiab.ca.gov.

Agenda here.

Also available via Zoom, Passcode: 841456.

Commission on Teacher Credentialing, first of three days, hears presentation from its Educator Preparation Committee on the Student Teacher Stipend Program, which “provides financial support to eligible prospective educators during student teaching and, where authorized, during the initial phase of a qualified teacher apprenticeship program;” staff report says the 2025-26 Budget Act “appropriated $300 million in one-time General Fund support” for the program, “with funds available for encumbrance through June 30, 2030;” other business. 2 p.m., 651 Bannon St., Suite 600. Contact: 916 322 6253.

Agenda here.

Also available via Zoom here (Wednesday), here (Thursday) and here (Friday).

Public Policy Institute of California releases, “California’s Prison Population,” finds “after increasing nearly eightfold between 1977 and 2006 to peak at over 173,000, the state’s prison population has since declined,” noting that “in December 2025, California’s prison population had fallen to 90,600, a drop of 27% since December 2019;” also finds “men make up 96% of California’s prisoners—up 0.5 percentage points from 2019” and as a result of the female population falling “more sharply (by 34%) amid the pandemic than the male population (27%)… the male-female disparity in imprisonment rates has grown from 22:1 in 2019 to 25:1 in 2025.” Contact: info@ppic.org.

PPIC also releases, “Californians Want a Smaller State Government as Views on Taxes Turn Negative,” cites its February statewide survey which finds a majority of respondents “want lower taxes and fewer services (55% lower taxes/fewer services, 44% higher taxes/more services);” also finds “a record high 63% say the [state and local tax system] is not too fair or not at all fair” and “nearly 70% say they pay much more (33%) or somewhat more (36%) than they should.”

California Tax Foundation releases, “Tax and Fee Report,” says “during the first 16 months of the 2025-26 legislative session, California’s state lawmakers considered increasing annual taxes and fees by more than $216 billion.” Contact: David Kline, davidk@caltax.org.

SAN FRANCISCO — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Matt Mahan addresses “Race for Governor 2026” series sponsored by Commonwealth Club of California, discusses campaign, etc.; $10 online, $25 in-person. Noon, 110 The Embarcadero, Taube Family Auditorium, Tickets here. Contact: John Zipperer, jzipperer@commonwealthclub.org.

Also listed: Dustin Gardiner (moderator), Politico.

“Water Year 2026 Update Webinar – Rainfall and Supply Levels,” sponsored by Dept. of Water Resources and others, participants “review reservoir conditions in the Russian River watershed,” nearly “1,500 square miles of forests, agricultural lands and urban lands in Mendocino and Sonoma Counties,” also discuss “lessons learned from the water year so far, and the forecasts that will shape water supply planning for the rest of Water Year 2026.” Noon, Register here. Contact: Stuart Tiffen, stuart.tiffen@scwa.ca.gov.

Listed speakers: Sonoma County Supervisor Rebecca Hermosillo; Jeanine Jones, Dept. of Water Resources; Donald Seymour, Sonoma Water.

Transportation Commission sponsors workshop on 2026 funding from SB 1, 2017 law that increased gas taxes and vehicle fees to fund highway maintenance, public transportation, etc; discuss “how the SB1 programs can continue advancing equity and community engagement through the program guidelines.” 1 p.m., Zoom. Contact: Matthew Yosgott, matthew.yosgott@catc.ca.gov.

STOCKTON — Sen. Jerry McNerney sponsors “tacos and taxes,” provides free tacos and tax preparation for individuals who earn less than $69,000 annually. 9 a.m., Dorothy L. Jones Resource Center, 2044 Fair St. Contact: 209 472 9535.

Treasurer Fiona Ma, State Controller Malia Cohen, and Asm. Stephanie Nguyen sponsor “tacos & taxes” event, provide free tacos and tax preparation to “individuals with an income up to $69,000 or seniors (65+) with an annual income up to $90,000.” 10 a.m., Asian Resources Inc., 6270 Elder Creek Rd. Contact: Malia Bert, 209 338 7181.

California Outdoor Recreation Partnership sponsors “Outdoor Industry Expo” for legislators, government officials and staff “to come see what the outdoor industry is all about,” booths staffed by representatives from The North Face, REI Co-op, Sierra Nevada Alliance, Cal State Sacramento ASI Peak Adventures, Cal Poly Humboldt, and more. 10 a.m., West Side. Contact: Lexie Gritlefeld, lexie@californiaoutdoor.org.

Listed speakers: Yvonne Leow, CORP; Elliot Gault, VF Corporation; Matthew Smith, REI Co-op; Keelin Kelly Christensen, Outdoor Industry Assn.

Asm. Mark Gonzalez welcomes participants in Generation Up’s “student wellness lobby day,” discusses “issues that matter most to students.” 10 a.m., Capitol Park, near 12th and L Sts. Contact: Genavieve Koenigshofer, genavieve@generationup.net.

Followed by legislative office visits to discuss AB 2071, “would require the Dept. of Education to develop a plan to expand digital wellness instruction in public schools;” AB 1669 “on mental health leaves of absence;” AB 1540 “on LGBTQ+ suicide prevention;” and AB 713 “on Opportunity For All.”

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO — Republican candidates Laura Bassett (SD 38) and Armen Kurdian (CD 49), and OC Supt. of Schools Stefan Bean join lunch meeting of Orange County Golden State Republican Women, discuss campaigns, etc.; $45. 11 a.m., Marbella Country Club, 30800 Golf Club Dr., Register here. Contact: info@ocgsrw.org.

Later in Laguna Hills, Kurdian, Bean, and Republican candidates Urson Russell (AD 73) and Star Parker (CD 49) join “special evening meeting” sponsored by Southern California Area Republican Women; $55, dinner served. 5:30 p.m., VOCO Laguna Hills, Garnet Gallery, 25205 La Paz Rd., Register here. Contact: contact@scarw.org.

CHICO — Democratic CD 1 candidate Audrey Denney continues her “RAV4 ‘People Not Politics'” tour, gathers with supporters prior to neighborhood canvassing. 4 p.m., 340 Salem St., RSVP here. Contact: Alex Brown, alex@audreyforcongress.com.

California Council for Environmental and Economic Balance hosts “53rd anniversary” reception for legislators and staff; food and drinks provided. 5 p.m., The Sutter Club, 1220 9th St. Contact: Jenny Devine, jenny@jmdevinegroup.com.

United Contractors sponsors “Construction Industry Leaders Reception,” participants “connect and reconnect with elected officials, agency officials, contractors, labor partners, and industry stakeholders;” attendance reportable. 5 p.m., Cafeteria 15L, 1116 15th St. Contact: Gus Flores, gflores@unitedcontractors.org.

California Working Families Party continues “Pathway to Power” series, Sen. Aisha Wahab and others discuss “a coordinated, people-powered strategy to take on corporate Democrats and Republicans and actually deliver for working people,” plus “building the power to win at every level of government.” 6 p.m., RSVP here. Contact: Jorge Contreras, jcontreras@workingfamilies.org.

Also listed: Candidates Flo Cofer (Sacramento Supervisor), Fatima Iqbal Zubair (AD 65), Sandra Celedon (AD 31), and Nicole Crosby (San Diego City Council); Kimi Lee (moderator), Working Families Party.

58th Annual Sen. Herschel Rosenthal Capitol Passover Seder, all members of the Capitol community welcome; tickets $75 with checks made payable to Congregation B’Nai Israel. 6 p.m., 3600 Riverside Blvd. Contact: Gary Cooper, thecoop@earthlink.net.

Listed to attend: Pro Tem Monique Limón; Speaker Robert Rivas; Sen. Mike McGuire.

SANTA BARBARA — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer sponsors “Shared Prosperity” town hall, discusses “real solutions to the state’s housing crisis, skyrocketing utility costs, and threats AI poses to our workforce” as well as “environmental justice and climate issues facing the region.”  6:15 p.m., location upon RSVP. Contact: press@tomsteyer.com.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

SAN DIEGO — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter continues her “Whiteboard Warriors” town hall tour, discusses “her plans to bring down costs and stand up to Donald Trump.” 6:30 p.m., address upon RSVP. Contact: Peter Opitz, peter.opitz@katieporter.com.

“Press must RSVP to press@katieporter.com. Credentialed press only.”

SAN FRANCISCO — San Francisco Independent Media Coalition sponsors “Congressional Candidate Forum,” CD 11 candidates discuss their campaigns, etc.; moderated by Ben Trefny, KALW executive producer. 7 p.m., United Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Ave., Register here. Contact: Marke Bieschke, marke@48hills.org

Listed candidates: Saikat Chakrabarti; San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan; Sen. Scott Wiener.

“All reservations have been claimed, but there will still be limited space available at the venue for those who missed out — please arrive early.”

Recent filings with Secretary of State.

CLIENT ADDITIONS (Lobbying firm, client name, filing date): The Alanis Group, Modesto Irrigation District for The Gualco Group, 4/10/26… California Strategies & Advocacy, JKB Living, 4/10/26… Niemela, Pappas and Associates, ASML, 4/7/26.

CLIENT DELETIONS (Lobbying firm, client name, filing date): California Strategies & Advocacy, Heat Pump Nation, 4/10/26… Sadler Consulting, American Kidney Fund, 3/13/26.

Recent filings with Secretary of State.

SPONSORED COMMITTEES (Committee’s name, Name of Sponsors [contributor of 80% or more of committee funds], Purpose, Treasurer’s name, address and phone number; Principal Officer’s name, address and phone number if provided): Communities United for Juan Camacho for Senate 2026, Sponsored by Equality California & LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender) Caucus Leadership Fund, Equality California, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender) Caucus Leadership Fund, to support Juan Camacho for SD 26, Cary Davidson, 515 S Figueroa St., Suite 1110, Los Angeles, CA, 90071, 213 624 6200; Tom Temprano, 515 S Figueroa St., Suite 1110, Los Angeles, CA, 90071, 213 624 6200.

PRIMARILY FORMED COMMITTEES (Committee’s name, Purpose, Treasurer’s name, address and phone number): Progressives for John Erickson for Senate 2026, to support John Erickson for AD 24, Chris Myers, 1700 Tribute Rd., Suite 201, Sacramento, CA 95815, 916 285 5733.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Antonio Villaraigosa pledges that if elected he’ll “serve one term and only one term,” says “I would rather be transformative and successfully lead our state in the next four years, than be mediocre for the next eight.” Release here. Villaraigosa, a Democrat, was an Assemblymember from 1994 to 2000 and mayor of Los Angeles from 2005 to 2013. Contact: Raquel Robinson, raquel@antonio2026.com.

Tom Steyer’s gubernatorial campaign reports a poll conducted online by SurveyUSA for KGTV News 10 and The San Diego Union-Tribune among “1,200 adults from the entire state of California” between Wednesday, April 8, and Friday, April 10, found that Steyer leads “the field with 21 percent;” also announces Carlos Eduardo Espina as advisor for Latino digital mobilization and Elsa Collins, Kevin Rutkowski, and Shyh Saenz, who will work on “surrogate and public engagement.” Releases here and here. Steyer, a Democrat, is founder of Farallon Capital Management. Contact: press@tomsteyer.com.

Xavier Becerra’s gubernatorial campaign reports endorsements from Asms. José Luis Solache and Anamarie Ávila Farias. Release here. Becerra, a Democrat, is former secretary of the US Dept. of Health and Human Services and former state Attorney General. Contact: sara@xavierbecerra2026.com.

US Rep. Doris Matsui’s campaign for CD 7 releases digital/broadcast ad titled, “Resilience,” says it traces “Matsui’s journey from being born in a Japanese internment camp to a career in public service as a White House staffer and member of Congress – and draws a direct line to her fight against Trump’s ICE raids today;” also reports raising “$560,000 in the first quarter of 2026 to give her more than $1 million cash-on-hand.” Release here. Matsui, a Democrat, was first elected to Congress in 2005. Contact: Kevin Liao, kdliao@gmail.com.

Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaims August 18 as the date for the special general election in CD 14 which is “resulting from the resignation of US Rep. Eric Swalwell;” the special primary election in the district is scheduled for June 16. If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote in June, the winner in August will serve the remainder of Swalwell’s 2024-26 term. Release here. Contact: 916 445 4571.

Indivisible East Bay reports having endorsed Sen. Aisha Wahab for CD 14. Release here. Wahab, a Democrat, was elected to the Senate in 2022. Contact: Nancy Latham, nancylatham@indivisibleeb.org.

Food & Water Action reports having endorsed Democrat Chris Espinosa for CD 26. Release here. Contact: Madeline Bove, mbove@fwwatch.org.

US Rep. Linda Sánchez’s campaign for CD 41 reports the “Democratic Party-endorsed candidates swept the Whittier mayoral and city council races, flipping a once Republican-stronghold,” says “Whittier, the hometown of Richard Nixon, has historically been a Republican stronghold where the nominally nonpartisan mayor has been a Republican for decades due in part to off-cycle elections.” Release here. Sànchez, a Democrat, was elected into Congress in 2002. Contact: Adam Russell, adam@voteforlinda.com.

Marni von Wilpert’s campaign for CD 48 responds to Pres. Trump’s endorsement of Republican opponent Jim Desmond, says: “Now it’s crystal clear: a vote for Jim Desmond is a vote for more of Trump’s chaos, corruption and rising costs.” Release here. Von Wilpert, a Democrat, is a San Diego City Councilmember. Contact: press@marnivonwilpert.com.

Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil’s campaign for SD 4 reports an endorsement from the Sacramento Regional Builders’ Exchange. Release here. Alvarado-Gil, a Republican, was first elected to the Senate in 2022. Contact: Jordan Dennison, jordan@theagency.us.

Sara Hernandez’s campaign for SD 26 reports an endorsement from Sprinkler Fitters United Assn. Local 709. Release here. Hernandez, a Democrat, is a member of the Los Angeles Community College District Board of Trustees. Contact: sara@sarahernandez.com.

Dom Belza’s campaign for AD 3 reports an endorsement from the California Young Republican Federation. Release here. Belza, a Republican, is an agriculture and commercial realtor and a former Marysville City Councilmember. Contact: Andre Levesque, andre@gbacampaigns.com.

Annalisa Perea’s campaign for AD 31 reports an endorsement from National Women’s Political Caucus. Release here. Perea, a Democrat, is a Fresno City Councilmember. Contact: Haley Townes, haley.townes@slstrategy.com.

Ed Delgado’s campaign for AD 60 reports an endorsement from the Riverside County Republican Party. Release here. Delgado, a Republican, is a Moreno Valley City Councilmember. Contact: Duane Dichiara, ddichiara@axiomstrategies.com.

David Penaloza’s campaign for AD 68 reports an endorsement from the Latino Legislative Caucus. Release here. Penaloza, a Democrat, is a Santa Ana City Councilmember. Contact: press@overland-strategies.com.

Board of Equalization District 2 Member Sally Lieber’s re-election campaign reports an endorsement from Professional Engineers in California Government. Release here. Lieber, a Democrat, has been a member of the Board of Equalization since 2023. Contact: Vincent Hernandez, vote@sallylieber.org.

Cleared for circulation by Secty. of State Shirley Weber. Contact: sospress@sos.ca.gov

CREATES CALIFORNIA STRATEGIC IMPLEMENTATION BOARD TO CHANGE NUMEROUS ASPECTS OF STATE LAW AND GOVERNMENT. INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Creates California Strategic Implementation Board, comprised of state elected officials who each may receive up to $26 million annually (paid from “Sovereign Transition Fund” with revenue generated from state’s “innovation sectors”). Requires Board to propose a constitutional revision on April 2027 ballot that would, among other things: create constitutional rights to cognitive liberty, psilocybin, and paranoia; create social-services shelters called “Yvonne” sanctuaries; abolish the death penalty; allow non-California residents to cast advisory votes in California elections; provide personalized AI tutors to students; and prohibit tobacco sales to individuals born after January 1, 2010. Summary of estimate by Legislative Analyst and Director of Finance of fiscal impact on state and local governments: It is the opinion of the Legislative Analyst and Director of Finance that the measure could result, if it went forward, in substantial net changes in state and local finances. Proponent Thomas Jefferson Cares, 310 929 0260 or tom@uh.oh, needs 874,641 valid signatures by October 13.