Press Releases

SACRAMENTO — Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) has taken decisive action to address California’s housing crisis by authoring AB 317, the First Time Homeowner Act, a bill designed to boost affordable housing production by eliminating unnecessary regulatory delays. The legislation passed the Assembly Floor last week with strong bipartisan support and now heads to the Senate.

"Although I must look more closely into the details of the Governor's budget proposal, I am extremely concerned for our seniors and IDD communities. We must double down on their unique needs, not use them to balance our budget."

SACRAMENTO—Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jacksonand fellow Assembly Democrats moved with urgency on Monday to protect our economy, vulnerable Californians and immigrant workers in the face of threats from the White House and Republicans in Washington.

RIVERSIDE, CA — Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson, a representative of a part of the Riverside Unified School District, issued the following statement in response to recent calls for the resignation of Superintendent Renee Hill:

I am honored to be recognized as a Legislative Pro-Kid Champion with a 100% score on the 2023-24 Pro-Kid Scorecard by the Children Now Action Fund. This recognition reflects my legislative commitment to advancing policies that prioritize the well-being of California's children and their future success.

Sacramento, CA – Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson is proud to announce that Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 2556 into law, a positive step forward in supporting the mental health of California’s children and adolescents. This new law mandates that health care service plans and insurers provide annual written or electronic notices to enrollees and insureds about the benefits of behavioral health and wellness screenings for youth ages 8 to 18. These screenings will help identify indicators of depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns at an early stage, ensuring timely intervention and support.

SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) is proud to announce the signing of Assembly Bill 518 by Governor Gavin Newsom. This legislation addresses California's growing food insecurity crisis by improving access to CalFresh benefits and ensuring more equitable distribution of essential resources to low-income and underserved communities.

SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) is disappointed by Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of Assembly Bill 637, a critical piece of legislation aimed at providing fleet owners and companies with the necessary tools to meet California’s climate goals.

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom signs Assembly Bill 1877, a critical step toward justice for California's youth. This legislation focuses on sealing juvenile records, providing young people with the opportunity to rebuild their lives without the lingering burden of past mistakes.