As reports of immigration raids in our district become more frequent and violent, I want to continue updating you on RESOURCES to support your families and neighbors. Scroll down for information on how to locate a loved one if they are detained by Immigration Enforcement. 

WATCH me speak on the Senate Floor, denouncing these attacks on our communities in San Fernando Valley and throughout California.

Team Menjivar and I have been burning the midnight oil to get our bills through Assembly Committees and to Assembly Appropriations before Summer Recess, which is July 18 to August 18. During the break, I’ll see you out in the community!

How to locate a loved one if they are detained by Immigration Enforcement

1. Find their A-Number. This can be found on their immigration documents. Individuals without an A-Number will be assigned one if detained.
2. Search locator.ice.gov using their A-Number or their full name and country of birth to find the detention center.
3. Location, visiting, and other information can be found at ice.gov/detention-facilities.
4. DON’T FORGET to contact your Congressperson so they can track the case and follow up!

Find more information at nilc.org/resources, and call my office for additional legal and rapid response resources at 818-901-5588.

Cómo Localizar a Seres Queridos Detenidos

1. Encuentre el ‘Número A’ de Su Ser Querido en sus documentos migratorios. Si no ha tenido contacto previo con las autoridades migratorias ni ha solicitado beneficios, se le asignará uno si es detenido.
2. Use locator.ice.gov y busque usando su Número A o buscando su nombre completo y país de nacimiento.
3. Visite ice.gov/detention-facilities para obtener información sobre ubicación, visitas y otra información.
4. Comuníquese con su Congresista con el ‘Número A’ para dar seguimiento.

Encuentre más información en nilc.org/resources y llame a mi oficina para obtener recursos adicionales al 818-901-5588.

The Medi-Cal Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program is open now! Financial relief is available to behavioral health professionals who commit to serving Medi-Cal patients in underserved areas. Don’t wait, applications close on August 15, 2025!

ATTENTION CalFresh participants! This summer, you can visit 10 LA County museums for free or discounted admission. Find participating Museums for All LOCATIONS, or learn more about CALFRESH ENROLLMENT.
 

¡ATENCIÓN, participantes de CalFresh! Este verano, pueden visitar 10 museos del Condado de Los Ángeles con entrada gratuita o con descuento. Encuentren los museos participantes para TODAS LAS UBICACIONES o infórmense sobre la INSCRIPCION en CALFRESH.

The 3rd Annual San Fernando Valley Pride was powerfully Rooted in Resistance, bringing visibility and empowerment to our LGBTQ+ communities. THANK YOU to our partners, Somos Familia Valle, Mayor Karen Bass, Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, and all the volunteers and participants who bring this celebration to life. WATCH the recap, and we march again in 2026!

Did you know you can reach out to my office if you are not receiving a status update for existing and submitted Public Records Requests in a timely manner? Under the CA Public Records Act, every person has the right to access public records held by state agencies (unless those records are exempt by law). Call district staff at (818) 901-5588 for assistance, and have ready the name of the state agency, a clear description of your request, relevant dates, and names.

If you’re submitting a new request for records from the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), you can submit your request ONLINE or by mail to 860 Stillwater Rd, Suite 100, West Sacramento, CA 95605. For questions, email CPRA@post.ca.gov. 

The San Fernando Valley has a vast array of native and visiting avian species. Head outside this summer to spot some of our feathered friends using the Audubon Society’s SFV Backyard Bird Identification. You can also JOIN their monthly bird walks at Hansen Dam, next on July 26!

Thank you for reading the Senate District 20 Newsletter

May you and your families be well,

Senator Caroline Menjivar, MSW