Legislative Progress: Advancing California's Future

As we reach the midpoint of the 2025 legislative session, I remain steadfast in my commitment to enacting policies that enhance the well-being of residents in the 21st Assembly District and across California. My legislative efforts this year focus on environmental protection, public health, and renewable energy.

I am also working to secure the financial resources our district needs in the State Budget – ensuring dollars owed to our communities are returned and that our communities remain eligible for state investments in climate resiliency projects.

Within the Assembly, I am proud to serve as the Chair of the Assembly Committee on Water, Parks & Wildlife, helping to oversee the breadth of our state's natural resources. I also serve on several key committees, including the Assembly committees Transportation, Utilities & Energy, Environmental Safety & Toxic Materials, and the Judiciary—positions that allow me to bring your concerns directly into the policy-making process.

While it has been a busy legislative session, I continue to come home to engage with the communities that I represent, hosting several community-focused events with many more events scheduled in the coming weeks and months.

I look forward to seeing you in the community soon.

Engaging directly with constituents remains a cornerstone of my service. Recent events have provided valuable opportunities to connect and collaborate with community members.

On January 24, 2025, I was pleased to participate in a League of California Cities – Peninsula Division panel with several of my colleagues to discuss issues of interest and engage with local councilmembers from throughout the region. The event, hosted by the City of South San Francisco, was a great chance to hear from local officials and discuss the many challenges and opportunities ahead.

On February 8, 2025, I joined community members and local officials from the City of Millbrae for the ribbon cutting of the newly renovated Bayside Manor and Marina Vista parks. Along with my colleague, State Senator Josh Becker, we were able to secure $300,000 in state funding to support these projects. The improved parks are now welcoming, modern and accessible places to play and gather.

On March 3, 2025, I had the honor of recognizing the College of San Mateo (CSM) Bulldogs football team for their outstanding 2024 championship season on the floor of both the Assembly Chambers. The Bulldogs secured their second state and national title in three years with a dominant 43-11 victory over Mount San Antonio College on December 14, 2024. It was a thrill to honor our local team for the great season and outstanding athletic and academic program.

Key Legislative Initiatives:

• Assembly Bill 60 – The MUSK Act: This bill aims to restrict the use of synthetic nitro musk chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products by 2027. These substances, linked to endocrine disruption and other health issues, have been banned in the EU for decades. AB 60 seeks to protect consumers, particularly women and young girls, from these harmful chemicals.
• Assembly Bill 527: Will streamline the permitting for exploratory geothermal energy projects to help California meet our green energy goals.
• Assembly Bill 1146: In response to concerns about politically motivated water releases, AB 1146 seeks to prevent unnecessary and harmful discharges from California's reservoirs, ensuring water management decisions are based on sound science and public interest.
• Assembly Bill 1250: Ensures that individuals with permanent disabilities or medical conditions that make them eligible for paratransit services are not required to repeatedly recertify their eligibility.

San Carlos Office Hours with Supervisor Ray Mueller

Join me at the San Carlos Library to discuss your priorities for District 21 and meet local staff.
Location: San Carlos Library Community Room
Date: Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Annual Pride Parade in San Mateo