A new law that could prohibit exceedingly loud commercials on streaming services is awaiting Gov. Newsom’s approval.




Only a few hundred petitions have been filed for California care courts, compared to the thousands the state initially projected. In response, Sen. Tom Umberg has introduced legislation to expand the number of applicants.




Senator Thomas J. Umberg (D-Santa Ana) announced that a significant portion of his 2025 Legislative Package passed the Assembly Appropriations Committee and will advance to the Assembly floor and the Governor’s Desk in the coming weeks.




Senator Tom Umberg was joined by Senator Ben Allen, Senator Josh Becker, Assemblymember Alex Lee and advocates to voice strong support for Senate Bill 42, The California Fair Elections Act, ahead of its Assembly Appropriations Committee vote.




The commentary “Reject SB 82. Family businesses can’t afford more lawsuit landmines” by Ken Monroe of the Family Business Association appearing August 16, 2025, is wildly inaccurate. “Mom-and-pop businesses” don’t mislead consumers into sweeping arbitration agreements disguised as service subscriptions.




July saw many of our cities celebrate groundbreakings and awards for those who have made outstanding contributions to our community.




Senator Thomas J. Umberg issues statement in response to a ruling by a federal judge against President Trump’s use of the National Guard in Los Angeles.




This month was busy in Sacramento and in the district as we approach the summer. A number of our bills were heard in the Appropriations Committee before being referred to the full Senate for a final vote...