CA Senator Padilla, after visit to immigrant detention center, wants big changes

California senator saw "inhumane conditions." The center operator says people are treated "humanely." ...

Government shutdown or ICE accountability? Senator says that's 'bottom line'

On the verge of another government shutdown, California Sen. Alex Padilla wants more accountability for ICE and less funding ...
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California U.S. Senator Alex Padilla Announces Legislation Cracking Down on Cruel ICE Detention Facilities and Practices, Says, “Last Week, I Saw Firsthand In California …

With Congress set to consider legislation to further increase Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) funding and detention ...
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Will LA fire survivors owe taxes on settlement payouts? CA senator pushes for waiver

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Senator Gallego Unveils Water Security and Drought Resilience Act to Boost Arizona's Water Infrastructure

Sen. Gallego introduces a bill for drought resilience, focusing on water storage infrastructure with support from Sens.
Fox 5 San Diego

California state senator seeks moratorium on AI toys for kids’ safety

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — California State Senator Steve Padilla, from San Diego, introduced legislation on Friday to temporarily restrict children’s toys that have artificial intelligence ...
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Arizona Senator Gallego Leads Introduction of Water Security and Drought Resilience Act with Democratic Support from California and Arizona

Senators Gallego, Padilla, and Kelly introduce the Water Security and Drought Resilience Act to combat water scarcity.