Press Releases

SACRAMENTO — The Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans have put millions of Americans at risk of going hungry. Federal SNAP and CalFresh benefits will be terminated starting November 1 due to the prolonged Republican-led government shutdown. Each day the shutdown continues after Thursday, October 23 pushes Californians closer deeper into hunger. CalFresh, almost entirely funded by the...

Sacramento, CA — Today at the State Capitol, Assemblymember Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins (D-San Diego) announced a visionary legislative package aimed at transforming California’s youth justice system. The package includes three bills—AB 1279, AB 802, and AB 785—that collectively promote fairness, accountability, and opportunity for young people entangled in the justice system.

“Justice must reflect...

January 23, 2025 Sacramento, CA — Assemblymember Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins is proud to announce her appointment as Assistant Majority Leader for Policy and Research in the California State Assembly, in addition to her recent appointments to several influential committees. These leadership positions reflect her commitment to advancing critical policies that will positively impact California's...

Sacramento, CA – Today, Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins (D-San Diego) officially took the oath of office as the newly elected State Assemblymember for California’s 79th Assembly District, which encompasses parts of southeastern San Diego, El Cajon, La Mesa, and Lemon Grove, as well as the unincorporated communities of Bonita, La Presa, and Spring Valley.

"I am honored and humbled to represent the people...