Senator Josh Newman
@JoshNewmanCA
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Representing CA’s 29th Senate District: Counties of Orange, San Bernardino & LA. Chair of the Senate Committee on Education. Veteran.
Fullerton, CA
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Excited and honored to have been appointed by
@SenToniAtkins
as Chair of the Senate Education Committee📚
#CALeg
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Just what we *don’t* need in CA right now — Larry Elder or one of the other vax deniers in the Governor’s chair. Vote “NO” on the recall on Sept 14th.
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To Marc Hanson, a treasured friend, husband, father and public servant. You will be forever loved and missed.
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Today I introduced SB 835 in honor of my late Chief, Marc Hanson. The bill will allow family members of a
#CALeg
employee who dies to remain on the legislature’s health plan for 120 days.
Most state workers enjoy a grace period to process grief and prevent a lapse in coverage.
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Proud to stand in solidarity with the
@IATSE
✊
These workers are the backbone of California’s iconic entertainment industry. They deserve human dignity, basic worker necessities, and a fair contract.
#FairContractNow
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And it’s… official! As of this evening, my race has finally been called & my opponent has conceded. I am pleased to report that I once again have the honor & privilege of representing the residents of the 16 cities of California’s 29th Senate District.
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Congratulations to
@BAPSLosAngeles
on celebrating its 10th anniversary! Since 2012, the mandir has served as a notable icon of Hindu culture & faith in Southern CA.
Fun fact: This is the 1st earthquake-proof temple in the world & 5th traditional Hindu mandir in North America.
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On Jan. 3, regardless of tonight’s election outcome, I intend to introduce legislation to increase the number of signatures required to qualify a recall & ensure that CA’s lieutenant governor will finish the governor’s term in the event of recall.
#CALeg
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A huge thank you to my colleague and friend
@SenatorUmberg
for administering the oath of office this evening as I was sworn in (after a bit of a COVID-related delay) to proudly represent the residents of California’s 29th District as their State Senator.
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Hard to believe that a year has passed since the tragic loss of my Chief of Staff and dear friend, Marc Hanson. A deeply committed and compassionate public servant, Marc's memory carries on every day as we continue to do the work he was so passionate about. (1/2)
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Meet the newest member of our team, Soju! 🐶
This sweet chow chow mix was rescued as a puppy from a South Korea dog meat farm by
@HSIGlobal
.
These portraits help rescue more dogs like Soju. Learn how you can get involved in ending the dog meat trade: .
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TY to
@CAgovernor
for signing SB 266 into law today!
This bill will expand
#ChinoHillsStatePark
by 1,500 acres, meaning more protected open space for wildlife and the public to enjoy!
See for yourself 👇🏼
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Today - our first day back in Sacramento - I introduced a constitutional amendment,
#SCA6
, to ensure that statewide & legislative recalls in CA are democratic, fair & not subject to political manipulation.
Hat tip to principal coauthor
@SenBobHertzberg
.
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On Assyrian Remembrance Day, we honor the memory of all those who have fallen victim to the Assyrian genocide, mass atrocities and religious persecution.
To mark Assyrian Martyrs Day today on August 7th, we are sharing a series of photographs and films that document the long & arduous journey that Assyrian genocide refugees were forced to take during their escape from Urmia, Iran to the Baquba refugee camp in Iraq in August, 1918.
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We have a
#vaccinated
5-year-old! Cecily faced the 💉 fearlessly, but still managed to wrangle a few concessions from me, including ice cream & a sparkly mermaid doll.
As a father, I’m doing my part to keep my family & community safe. I hope that you will, too.
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Did you know…? Landmark civil rights case Mendez v. Westminster, which struck down Santa Ana’s efforts to keep Mexican children in segregated schools, paved the way for Brown v. Board of Education & the desegregation of all schools.
#NationalHispanicHeritageMonth
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CA will not meet its zero-emission vehicle goals *unless* drivers are able to fuel quickly & drive long ranges — benefits of hydrogen EVs.
@Bob4Senator
,
@QuirkSilva65th
& I are calling for investments in infrastructure to support the expansion of hydrogen cars. 🚙
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I had the opportunity to visit Orange County’s newest vaccination site at the OC Fairgrounds with Supervisor
@KatrinaFoley
and
@ocfair
Board Member
@AshleighAitken
. (1/3)
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As CA transitions to clean energy, ending offshore oil drilling should be at the top of our energy to-do list. This spill proves once again that accidents can & will occur & that the environmental & economic costs far outweigh the benefits of offshore oil extraction.
#OCOilSpill
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Here in California, we won’t go back.
#RoeVWade
Clearly, my daughter Cecily knows what’s up. I will not stop fighting to protect her rights.
#HerBodyHerChoice
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"Newman won this seat fair and square in 2016 and has done nothing that justifies his ignoble removal."
#JustVoteNo
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Was feeling like a boost! Instead of heading to Starbucks for an espresso, I drove down to our local
#vaccine
clinic. 3rd dose of Pfizer ✅
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Today, I was proud to join residents of Diamond Bar to stand against anti-Asian racism. California is the most diverse state in the country -- we only are strong if we use our voices and stand up for each other and confront hatred and violence.
#StopAAPIHate
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Well, the
#redistricting
commission adhered to its mission.
SD 29 will roll into SD 34 & 37, but *not* immediately.
Representing my constituents is a wonderful privilege & I look forward to continuing to serve as your state Senator until at least 2024.
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The Senate passed my bill to modernize and diversify the Orange County Board of Education.
The Board hasn't been updated since 1977 when OC was half the current population!
SB 907 will provide better representation for all of our communities. It also moves the election to the
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Today, I advanced legislation to expand Chino Hills State Park – a biodiverse area that is home to several threatened & endangered species. Preserving open space in this region will help CA reach its 30x30 goal (an initiative to protect 30% of land & coastal waters by 2030).
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In honor of the deep roots of Reggae music in my home city of Fullerton, I am introducing legislation today to officially rename the city “Reggaeton.” I’m immensely proud of our city’s storied musical history & the impact it has had on successive generations of artists and fans.
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Ah, decisions, decisions… anyway, Merry Christmas to you and yours! 🎄Also thinking of everyone affected by the cold and storms across the country. Please stay warm and safe.
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Very honored to have been appointed this past week by California State Senate President Pro tem
@toniatkins
as the Senate’s representative to the California Transportation Commission. A grateful thank you to my friend and colleague
@SenatorLeyva
for doing the honors.
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After a long week, nothing tastes better than a delicious donut on
#NationalDonutDay
🍩Especially one that is from local favorite B&B Donuts.
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A heartfelt goodbye and thank you to my District Director, Martin, for his leadership and dedicated service to the constituents of Senate District 29! We wish you success in your new role as an Outreach Coordinator for the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments.
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This morning, I joined a robust coalition of advocates announcing California's efforts to secure federal funding for a hydrogen hub.
#H2
technology will accelerate our transition to decarbonization while also creating high-paying jobs and powering the world’s 5th largest economy.
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As part of the effort to support the family during this challenging period, the following crowdfunding campaigns have been created:
Our Capitol GoFundMe Page:
GoFundMe Page created by a close family friend:
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Last week, I introduced a bill to enlarge the Orange County Board of Education, which will expand voter access and improve representation on the board. Read more here:
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I am thrilled to honor Melissa Ceballos of
@LHSchools
District for
#CATeachersDay
. Keeping a virtual class of bilingual TK students learning is a major accomplishment! We are grateful for your dedication to educating our youngest and brightest.
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Proud to have served (that’s a much younger me, in South Korea in 1988 with SSG Stanley Smith), and immensely grateful for the service and sacrifice of all the other men and women who have stepped up and done their part in the defense of our freedoms.
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Thank you to the CA Budget Committee, which just provided the
@csuf
Arboretum with a one-time infusion of $1 million. We’re fortunate to be able to spruce up this spectacular resource 🌱
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#SB971
will ensure that more low-income Californians will be able to move into safe and affordable housing with their canine, feline, or other animal members of the family 🏠🐕
Yesterday, it passed out of the
#CALeg
& now heads to
@CAgovernor
's desk!
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He is remembered for the way he made people feel and the energy and enthusiasm with which he embraced all parts of his life. His absence has left a void in our team and our hearts.
We miss you, Marc. (2/2)
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Thrilled to receive my second vaccination at the
@foothilltransit
center this weekend and wanted to join the
#vaccineselfie
crowd. The COVID vaccines are safe, effective, and quick! Grateful for the scientists, health care workers, and volunteers.
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Proud to stand in solidarity with
@sagaftra
&
@WGAWest
as they fight for a fair deal for better pay and working conditions.
Back in the day, I worked as a crew member on “The Nanny.” Now, Fran Drescher is leading
@sagaftra
as president. Small world!
#SAGAFTRAstrong
#WGAstrong
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I'm encouraged & excited by the growth of the
@CAProblemSolver
Caucus.
There are a host of complex issues facing CA across multiple fronts, and only genuine cross-party and cross-chamber collaboration are going to produce genuinely new and effective policy solutions.
#caleg
is back, and so is the
@CAProblemSolver
Caucus. Chaired by
@JoshNewmanCA
@ScottWilkCA
@HeathFloraCA
&
@AsmVillapudua
, the 2023 PSC is made up of 18 members from both parties and both houses.
Check out our initial 2023 roster ➡️
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Couldn’t agree more,
@LATimesSkelton
. In the event of a recall, CA absolutely should have the lieutenant governor be acting governor until the next regular election. I’m working on legislation to make that happen.
#ReformTheRecall
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Appointed today by CA Senate President Pro Tem
@toniatkins
as Chair of the Special Committee on Pandemic Emergency Response, as well as to the following committees:
🚚 Transportation
💵 Budget
💼 Business & Professions
👩🏼🚒 Labor
🏅 Veterans
🗳 Elections
🚨 Emergency Response
The Senate committee membership assignments for the 2021 – 2022 Legislative session have been announced.
#CALeg
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Many of the motels along Beach Blvd that once supported a thriving tourism economy have since become significant public safety concerns in North OC. Last week, I toured 2 of those motels, which
@City_of_Anaheim
has acquired as part of its broader effort to redevelop the area.
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I’m currently ahead by roughly 3 percentage points and 10,000 votes. Nothing is final yet by any means, but obviously very encouraging. Will keep you posted as things evolve.
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“Hope will never be silent" -- Harvey Milk
May his remarkable legacy inspire us to continue to fight for, and achieve, equality for all.
#HarveyMilkDay
🌈
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Can't wait to cheer on our very own
@FullertonMBB
this afternoon in their game against Duke! 🏀
#MarchMadness
#TusksUp
@csuf
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We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. as we come together to celebrate the life of Marc Hanson at the Hillcrest Park Amphitheatre.
Parking may be limited — you will want to allow enough time to find a spot before the memorial starts. See map below.
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As a dad, I want my daughter Cecily to grow up in a world free of gender stereotypes in which she can do or be whatever she sets her mind to!
#BreakTheBias
#InternationalWomensDay2022
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Happy
#FathersDay2022
to all the dads and father figures in
#SD29
and throughout California!
Being a father is one of the greatest joys of my life.
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A reminder that we will celebrate the life of Marc Hanson next Saturday, October 16 at 5:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Park in Fullerton.
Please share with friends and community members who would be interested in joining us.
RSVP here:
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This
#PrideWeek
, I am proud to present Nat Betancourt Arellano, coordinator of the Cal State Fullerton LGBT Queer Resource Center as the 29th Senate District’s “Citizen of the Month” for May 2023. 🏳️🌈
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Wishing our very own
@RepLouCorrea
a speedy recovery from
#COVID19
. He’s one of OC’s bravest and most effective advocates, and we’re lucky to have him serving us in Congress. Get well soon!
Yesterday, I tested positive for COVID-19. I will be responsible & self-quarantine, away from my family, for the recommended time.
While I’ll miss the much-anticipated inauguration of President-elect
@JoeBiden
, I look forward to working with the new Admin to unite our country!
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Today I introduced legislation to end the dangerous practice of imposing performance quotas on pharmacists based on profit, not health outcomes.
More info ⬇️
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"This recall is another ploy by people with money to fool people into doing the work for them." -Josh Newman
We are ready for you SD 29. Together, we will ensure that everyone knows to
#VoteNoOnTheRecall
. Let’s support Senator Josh Newman and protect our vote.
#NewmanForSenate
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I’m very grateful to
@CAgovernor
for joining us today to commemorate the grand opening of the HOPE Center, which will serve as a central homeless outreach hub for community-based organizations & law enforcement to coordinate resources under one roof.
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While the legislative session may be over, the work hasn't slowed down here in Senate District 29. Thankful that coffee comes to the rescue, esp. on
#NationalCoffeeDay
☕
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The dust has settled after a long legislative cycle, and I'm thrilled to report that six of my bills have been approved by the legislature and await
@CAgovernor
’s signature.
#CALeg
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Thanks
@GavinNewsom
for your leadership. As a parent, I wholeheartedly support this decision.
#VaccineMandatesWork
Gov.
@GavinNewsom
today announced a vaccine mandate for students ages 12 and older.
Upon FDA approval, students will have until the start of the following academic term, either January 1st or July 1st, to be fully vaccinated
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I am pleased to honor “Snowy,” the arctic owl who recently captivated
#SD29
, as our Citizen of the Month ❄️🦉
Possibly blown off course during winter storms, Snowy arrived in Cypress as the 1st of her species to reach SoCal, & her weeks-long visit sparked widespread interest.
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This year
#Hannukah
marks the official start of the holiday season. Whichever your family’s holiday or faith, here’s wishing you and yours a very joyous and safe holidays, as we look toward a very happy and prosperous New Year.
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Congratulations to Vibhav Mittal of Senate District 29! A resident of Yorba Linda, Mittal has been appointed by the Governor to serve as a Judge in the Orange County Superior Court.
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Schools should be welcoming, safe places for all students 🏳️🌈
By requiring all K-12 schools to provide gender-inclusive restroom facilities, we’ll ensure the well-being of our LGBTQ+ & non-binary students and foster safer school communities for everyone.
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Honored to join
@SupervisorFoley
’s Flag Day Ceremony, where we celebrated our flag & the
@USArmy
’s 248th birthday.
As an Army veteran, I’m proud of and grateful for the opportunity to have served my country as a member of the greatest fighting force the world has ever known.
A Flag Day commemoration ceremony Wednesday at Mason Park in Irvine, hosted by Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, honored Flag Day and the U.S. Army’s 248th birthday.
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An awesome little annual feature of my neighborhood— the daughter of one of my neighbors puts this together each year at this time, and the response is always incredibly touching.
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And... the AP has called it! The AP called my race and designated me the winner and Senator-elect from California's 29th Senate!
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No better way to end summer recess than enjoying the great outdoors with my wife & daughter on our first family camping trip!🏕️
After an action-packed 4 weeks in the district, I’m back to Sacramento as the 1 month countdown to end of session begins! 🗓️
#CALeg
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My bill to create the CA Ocean Corps passed the Assembly today & heads back to the Senate for a final vote!
#CALeg
#SB1036
The CA Ocean Corps will be dedicated to restoration and climate resiliency work along the CA Coast.
Thank you
@AsmCottie
for presenting!
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Happy
#Halloween
from my family to yours! We are clearly excited to have a gourd ol' time trick-or-treating tonight🎃🍬🍭
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This week, I had a chance to check out
@FoothillTransit
's impressive green fleet which includes 13 hydrogen fuel cell buses. They even let me take a turn behind the wheel 🚌
These buses can be refueled in 6-20 minutes and travel up to 350 miles on a single refueling 💧
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Hey, I’m one of those OC lawmakers! Pleased that 8 of my bills have advanced to the Assembly.
#CALeg
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“The least you can expect when you have to go through the security line at the airport is that you don’t suffer the indignity of somebody pushing you out of the way to let the rich person pass you,” said Senator Josh Newman.
#CALeg
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That's a wrap on the 2021-22
#CALeg
session. 11 of my bills made it to Governor
@GavinNewsom
✅
Thank you to my committed staff for their tireless work this year.
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Although travel to London is off the table for now, we were able to enjoy this double-decker (courtesy of
@FoothillTransit
Authority) at a local community vaccination site where my team volunteered. We're doing our part to ensure everyone gets their shot.
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Ever keep a box in your closet as a mini retirement home for old electronics and batteries? Waited for someone else to toss your used batteries so that you aren’t guilty?
Let’s end that.
#SB289
requires battery collection bins at retail stores across CA. A win for you & our 🌎.
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Join us for a press conf & guided hike to celebrate securing $6 mi in state funding to purchase open space in West Coyote Hills! Led by
@QuirkSilva65th
, OC Sup Chaffee, Mayor
@FredHJung
and me, we’ll join community leaders on a nature walk to showcase the now-protected land 🍃🥾
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