Congratulations to @AsmGailPellerin and all the coauthors of #AB1267 for advancing this important legislation to end forced child marriage. Special thanks to @FraidyReiss, a survivor who shared her story in "Unchained at Last" and has spent years courageously fighting to protect others from this practice. Her advocacy is helping turn painful experiences into meaningful change and a safer future for young people. #EndChildMarriage

Traveled to UC Irvine to once again celebrate California’s $38.2 million dollar investment in the UC Climate Change Research & Policy Institute! Research across four UC campuses, @UCLA, @UCIrvine, @UCSB, and @ucdavis, will help ensure our policy decisions are guided by sound science and evidence. Proud to support science-driven solutions that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time and help build a more sustainable future for California! #ClimatePolicy

Pleased to present a $38.2 million check to the @UofCalifornia last week on the @UCLA campus with my colleagues, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris and Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel. This check represents California’s investment to establish the UC Climate Change Research and Policy Institute. This investment will bring together research and policy expertise to strengthen our understanding of climate change and ensure future policy decisions are informed by sound science, data, and evidence. A major step toward a more sustainable future for California! @AsmCottie @AsmJesseGabriel

Everyone should have a voice in the policy decisions that affect their lives, not just those who have the resources to make their voice heard. #AB2103 codifies the Engaged California program into state law, ensuring we give more opportunities for Californians to share their experiences and shape public policy. TY to Harvard’s Ash Center for highlighting this important step towards better public participation. ash.harvard.edu/articles/cal…

Grateful to join my fellow state legislators at the recent L.A. Equality Awards! Equality requires more than words, it takes action, commitment, and the courage to stand up for one another. While we’ve made progress, there is still work to do to ensure dignity, fairness, and equal rights for all.

It was a pleasure to participate in the Hidden Hills Fiesta Parade and celebrate this wonderful community’s history, equestrian traditions, and hometown spirit. The city, incorporated on October 19, 1961, celebrated its 65th birthday with lots of hometown spirit and community pride. #HiddenHills

Congratulations to @AdelanteConejo on the opening of its new Community Food Recovery Hub! Made possible through a @CityofTO grant funded by CalRecycle, this investment expands the capacity to recover, collect, store, and distribute food to individuals and families in need. By keeping good food out of landfills and getting it to people who need it most, Adelante Conejo is strengthening our community, reducing food waste, and advancing a more sustainable future. Thank you to everyone who helped make this important initiative a reality! #AD42

For anyone who may be impacted by the Bryson Fire 🔥, the locations listed below are open and available to those needing shelter. #AD42

You'll want to avoid Decker Rd, from PCH to Encinal Cyn Rd. as it is closed to allow for emergency crews 🚒🚓working the Bryson Fire 🔥

I recently spent a morning on a ride-along in Ojai with Ventura County Sheriff’s Sergeant Anderson, and it was a terrific opportunity to learn more about the community and the unique needs of the area. What stood out most was the close relationship between the deputies and the people they serve. The level of mutual respect, communication, and partnership was impressive and a great reminder that effective public safety starts with strong community relationships. Thank you to Sergeant Anderson and the @VENTURASHERIFF for the opportunity and for the work you do every day to keep our communities safe!

🛑Due to the Red Flag warning, @CaltransDist7 & @LHSLASD will be restricting access to 🚧 Topanga Cyn Blvd (SR 27) and Old Topanga Rd between Mulholland Hwy and Pacific Coast Hwy from 6:00 am Thurs, Oct 15, and 10:00 pm Friday, Oct 16th. Only residents will be allowed to enter.

Spent a wonderful evening at the @MuseumVenturaCo's Agricultural Museum at the 4th Annual Harvesting Hope Celebration where we recognized the hard-working fieldworkers who put food on the tables of everyday Americans. Thanks to all who contributed to making this a wonderful success. #FriendsOfFieldworkers #HarvestingHope

Here's another opportunity to learn how to avoid becoming the victim of fraud or a scam. Knowledge is power and you can never have enough! Mark your calendar for what will surely be an informative presentation from law enforcement experts. #ScamAwareness #FraudPrevention

Interested in hearing more about recent crime trends, public safety priorities, and wildfire outlook and home hardening? Join me and Commander Jeremy Paris of the Ventura County Sheriff's Office and Division Chief Guillermo de la Rosa of the Ventura County Fire Department, on Monday, Oct 19th at 5:30 pm as we discuss each of these topics. The discussion will be livestreamed on irwin.asmdc.org/ & on my Facebook page If you would like to submit a question in advance, visit: irwin.asmdc.org/public-safet…... @VENTURASHERIFF @VCFD

Shoutout to @MoorparkCollege for their excellent work in breaking down barriers so more students can transfer from community college and receive their degree. Each year, the @CollegeOpp recognizes schools for strengthening transfer pathways, and Moorpark College is being recognized for expediting student success. Students need a clear and equitable pathway through higher education, and it’s critical for all of our colleges to do their part. collegecampaign.org/events/2…

Senator @BenAllenCA and I passed #SB1297 in 2024. The law authorizes the use of five speed cameras along Pacific Coast Highway through the City of Malibu. As these cameras prepare to come online, my advice for drivers is to SLOW DOWN! ⛚ latimes.com/california/story…

For residents wondering what California State Parks is doing to help manage and restore fire ravaged areas in the Palisades, Topanga, and Malibu communities, check out this link to a new resource now available to the public. @CSP_Recreation storymaps.arcgis.com/stories…

🩸We still have a few appointments left for our upcoming blood drive being held with our friends at Tarantula Hill Brewing Company 🍻. Be that person who potentially saves a life and roll up your sleeves and donate the gift of life.💉 To reserve your spot visit: irwin.asmdc.org/event/202610…