While CA has required similar accommodations for over 20 years, it's still a relief to see other states working to create fair workplaces for #womeninconstruction www.nprillinois.org/economy-busi...

Construction sites will be required to be more welcoming to women under a new Illinois law

A successful legislative push embraced by Gov. JB Pritzker means the state’s male-dominated construction industry soon will have to make new job-site accommodations to employees who lactate and menstr...

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Every day, union leaders stand up for the rights, dignity, and safety of their own members. We stand with union leaders who hold those values and fight for theirs and their members' rights. #caleg

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In Focus California: Suicide Prevention Month; Latino Heritage Month

Host Tanya McRae explores the issues

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Gloria Steinem, an iconic voice of feminism, dies at 92

“The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off,” said Steinem, who founded Ms. magazine and pushed for equality.

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Legendary oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle led the first all-female aquanaut team & has logged 7,000+ hours underwater. As NOAA’s first female Chief Scientist, she expanded marine research & holds the record for the deepest untethered ocean floor walk at 1,250 ft (381m). #WomenInSTEM (1/2) 🧵

#dollyparton broke barriers, opened doors, and used her platform to lift others up—with humor, grace, and heart. #ripdollyparton

Political Notes: Out CA legislators to chair affinity caucuses in 2027 www.ebar.com/story/169531/

Political Notes: Out CA legislators to chair affinity caucuses in 2027

As has become a biennial summer tradition in Sacramento, various affinity caucuses for state lawmakers have elected incoming chairs for the next two-year legislative session.

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🚨 BREAKTHROUGH: Mexican researcher Eva Ramón Gallegos achieved a milestone that puts Latin American science at the center of the world medical debate: she managed to completely eliminate the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) in controlled clinical studies.

The DOJ’s findings underscore what incarcerated women, advocates, and the California Legislative Women’s Caucus have been saying for years—the time for action is now. #incarceratedwomen

“Female prisoners have the constitutional right to be free from sexual assault and harassment by prison staff” #incarceratedwomen ktla.com/news/califor...

DOJ finds California prisons failed to protect women from staff sexual abuse

The U.S. Department of Justice says California prison officials failed to protect women from sexual abuse and harassment by staff, finding systemic problems at two of the state’s women’…

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We are proud to announce our 2027-28 leadership team! We're ready to take CA into the future! #caleg

46 women have made @capitolweekly.bsky.social's Top 100 this year--including one of our alumnae! See the whole list: capitolweekly.net/top-100-2026/

Top 100 2026: The more things change… the more they change - Capitol Weekly

I don’t have to tell anyone this is an election year. Between last November’s special election, the June primary and the impending mid-terms this fall, the winds of change – or not, depending on how a...

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I think they’re just deliberately trying to undermine the WNBA because it was making money and it was so popular and it was a counter to the NBA: this wholesome back-to-basics family-friendly game. And maybe some of this: current.fas.harvard.edu/stories/nobe...

A Nobel laureate’s assist to women’s basketball pros

In March 2026, the union representing professional women's basketball players reached a historic collective bargaining agreement with the WNBA, securing salary increases of nearly 400 percent for its ...

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Jeanne Gibson, beloved “Rosie the Riveter,” passed away on July 29, 2026 at 100. Gibson became a welder at Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle, helping build destroyers for the Allied war effort during WWII. Gibson helped pave the way for millions of women who stepped into critical wartime roles.

"This budget makes meaningful investments in childcare and family supports, maternal and reproductive health, menopause research, education and care, and services for survivors and vulnerable families." #CABudget #caleg

Our statement regarding the recent allegations involving gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell: "We condemn abuse in all forms, especially when power is used to harm others." #caleg

Well... it won't be the last one in CA if we have anything to do with it 😏 msmagazine.com/2026/03/27/w...

Could This Be the Last Women’s History Month?

As Women’s History Month is quietly dismantled under Trump's attacks on history and DEI, a collective feminist refusal is taking shape.

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We stand with the survivors who have come forward and those still in silence. #caleg

It is with great pride I recognize Dr. Sevet Johnson, Ventura County Executive Officer, as AD 42 Woman of the Year. 🎉 Dr. Johnson’s unwavering dedication reflects a deep commitment to strengthening the community, improving lives, & ensuring a brighter future for everyone who calls the county home. 🏆

In celebration of Women’s History Month, I’m proud to name Alysa Liu my 2026 Woman of the Year. Alysa has proudly represented USA & CA on the world stage, bringing home 2 gold medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Her journey reminds us that greatness can be fearless, joyful, & entirely her own.

✨ So proud to name Rayna Lett as District 20's Woman of the Year! She is a nonprofit leader dedicated to empowering youth and communities. 🌟 I’m so excited to be celebrating her and women across CA on Monday for #WomensHistoryMonth! @cawomenscaucus.bsky.social

✨#teamsoria and I are happy to announce that Monica Bravo is District 27's 2026 Woman of the Year! 🌟 Let's keep empowering women all month long! #WomensHistoryMonth #CelebrateWomen #YesSheCan #teamsoria #caleg @cawomenscaucus.bsky.social

Excited to honor #AD20’s Woman of the Year: Rayna Lett! A strong nonprofit leader from San Lorenzo, she has dedicated her career to empowering youth and strengthening our communities. Grateful for leaders like Rayna who inspire the next generation of women 💐👏 @cawomenscaucus.bsky.social

For the first time in league history, the WNBA generated enough revenue in 2025 to trigger revenue sharing with players. Players will receive $8 million. The union will also pay out $9.25 million from revenue generated from its group licensing program. www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...

Union: WNBA made enough money for revenue sharing

The WNBA players union says that the league generated enough revenue to trigger revenue sharing.

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Capitol Staffers: stop by 8010 to get your CPR demonstrations and heart screenings! #capitolgoesred

Hilary Knight's hockey achievements go beyond gold medals and championships

Hilary Knight's hockey achievements go beyond gold medals and championships

American Hilary Knight has tirelessly advocated for the growth of women's hockey as one of the sport's biggest stars, and Caroline Harvey is ready to follow in her footsteps.

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CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson addresses false claims about so-called “ghost daycares” in California. Why an inspection report may show no children present: ✅ Children may be in school or an outing ✅ Providers serve people working evenings & weekends

CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson sets the record straight on false claims about California’s child care database. Here’s the truth: ✅ CA has strong, long-standing fraud prevention systems ✅ We're committed to quality, affordable & accessible child care—while protecting privacy

We stand with @governor.ca.gov in rejecting Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry’s politically motivated extradition demand against a California physician who lawfully provided care. #caleg

The federal $10 billion freeze on #childcare funding will cost $122 billion per year. We won't stand by as these blatant attacks on our families continue. #caleg