Hello Neighbor,

During this season, I like to reflect on and offer gratitude for my friends, family and blessings. As we gather to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to thank and acknowledge the hardworking men and women in our community. From the farmer and farmworker who ensure that, we have food on our tables, to the educators, nurses, social workers, first responders and more—we appreciate your care and service. Thank you!

I hope that each of you will also take a moment to consider the good and search for ways to spread some joy. 

Hello Neighbor,

I have spent many years representing the Salinas Valley as an attorney and as an elected official. I never thought that this would be my path or life’s work, but my love for this region and the special people who live and work here changed everything.

Hello Neighbor!

Wishing all you boos and ghouls a spooktacular Halloween! Be safe and enjoy. 

It is an honor and a privilege to represent you in the California State Senate. Please feel free to contact my office if you need any assistance. Here is a link to the services my office provides.

In Service,

Hello Neighbor, 

Madera Community Hospital closed its doors in December 2022 due to insufficient funds, leaving hundreds of thousands of community members without emergency care and over 900 employees lost their jobs.

Hello Neighbor,

Every year, my office hosts the Young Legislators Program (YLP) for local students in 9th-12th grade. This summer program introduces students to the workings of government and strives to build a strong foundation for youth who want to get involved in the leadership of their community. 

Students learn the aspects of legislation and community-issue awareness through seminars and a trip to the California State Capitol. The program, designed to spark interest in young adults, creates an opportunity for civic engagement in the democratic process. 

There is hot and then there is HOT! This summer is even hotter than usual with many consecutive days of extreme heat warnings.

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The 2024 Young Legislators Program provides an introduction to the workings of government and to build a strong foundation for our youth to get involved in the leadership of their community.