May 2025 Newsletter

The budget is the big topic at the Capitol right now, but we took a pause in Sacramento and in the district to honor all those who have died in service to our nation during several Memorial Day commemorations. 

I am deeply concerned about the cuts to critical health and human services in the Governor’s revised 2025-26 California State Budget proposal, and the potential for detrimental impacts on the working poor in California. READ my full statement, and I will continue to keep you updated on the legislature’s counter budget.

WATCH me speak at the Latino Caucus Rally to Save Medi-Cal.

In Sacramento, we honored California’s fallen heroes on the Senate Floor by READING THE NAMES of the service members who lost their lives this past year. I also hosted a commemoration event at the All Wars Memorial, Capitol Park with Assemblymember Gonzalez and special guests CalVet and Vietnam Veterans of America.

Flag Placement Ceremony at

San Fernando Mission Cemetery

Canoga Park Memorial Day Parade

This Mother’s Day we surprised moms, teachers & caregivers at Gault Street Elementary School in Van Nuys with flowers and wished them a Happy Mother’s Day! Earlier, we brought lunch for staff for Teacher Appreciation Week! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO

Do you live near an aggregate facility and are concerned with the air quality in your neighborhood? If you see something, say something! South Coast AQMD responds to all air quality complaints. Report dust, odors, and other air quality issues by calling the complaint hotline at 1-800-CUT-SMOG (288-7664), through the portal at www.aqmd.gov, or on their app.

Countdown to the 3rd Annual SAN FERNANDO VALLEY PRIDE

CLAIM your free tickets now and MARCH with us, Rooted in Resistance!

Wildfire season is now year-round in our state, as shown by the record-breaking January fires. CALIFORNIA is investing in forest health, expanding the world's largest firefighting fleet, and completing over 2,200 fuels reduction projects. As these disasters grow more frequent, so does the need to be prepared at home. Start by creating defensible space, hardening your home, and making a Wildfire Action Plan. Visit ReadyForWildfire.org and get wildfire-ready today!

Thank you for reading the Senate District 20 Newsletter

May you and your families be well,

Senator Caroline Menjivar, MSW