Assemblymember Ash Kalra (D-San Jose) has introduced or reintroduced a form of the bill four times over the past five years.

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the allocation of state funding to help immigrants impacted by detention and the Trump administration’s massive deportation agenda.

In San Francisco, the California Democratic Party strategizes for endorsements and unity, aiming for 2026 victories.

President Trump will give his State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress at 9 p.m. ET Feb. 24.

Some Democrats have pledged to attend a counterprogramming event. Others are planning to walk out, or bring guests.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that a large portion of the address will focus on the economy.