☀️ High temperatures expected this week! Find forecasted heat across California ZIP codes at calheatscore.calepa.ca.gov.

The LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) has launched Path to 2028, an initiative designed to ensure that small businesses, workers, and communities benefit from LA28!

Broadband for All has been one of my top priorities during my time representing Senate District 33. In 2021, I authored SB 4, which established a funding source to expand broadband access.

🚨 Due to state budget action, Medi-Cal Dental Coverage will remain available to adults regardless of immigration status through July 1, 2027. Don’t wait - use your benefits! I am committed to continuing to protect these essential health benefits for all Californians.

Did you know that 95% of wildfires are caused by humans? Help prevent accidental fires: 🌅 Mow before 10am, and avoid windy days. 🛻 Secure tow chains. 🚙 Don’t park your car on dry grass. 🔌Use equipment safely. Learn more about wildfire prevention: fire.ca.gov/prevention

I am proud to coauthor SCR 192, which recognizes open water lifeguards as first responders. In Senate District 33, lifeguards have saved countless lives on our beaches and off the coast. Their heroism deserves to be celebrated and recognized as critical emergency response! Watch my remarks ⬇️

Keep your pets safe during emergencies by being prepared! During extreme heat, make sure to: 🚙 Keep pets out of hot cars. 💧 Offer water and shade. 🐾 Protect their paws by walking at cooler times of day.

The deadline for bills to pass the Appropriations Committee is this week! 10 of my bills are currently awaiting their Assembly Appropriations hearing. Learn more about them: sd33.senate.ca.gov/legislation Watch the hearing on August 13th: apro.assembly.ca.gov/hearings

📢 CalCompetes applications close in just a couple days! $350 million in tax credits are available to support California businesses growing and creating jobs in our state! Apply by August 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM: calcompetes.ca.gov #SD33 #SenateDistrict33 #Business

Today, as Chair of the Latino Caucus, I welcomed CA Professional Firefighters President Darrell Roberts to the Capitol! It’s an honor to work alongside Darrell and CPF to ensure that firefighters receive the pay and benefits they deserve, as they put themselves at risk to serve our communities.

🎮 Team Gonzalez congratulated Kris Krohn on opening Retro Games Plus in Central Long Beach — now his busiest store and new home base! He’s applied for small business & facade grants, including funds to paint a video game–themed mural on the building. 🎨

The CA Senate is back in session! Between now and August 30, we have hundreds of bills to vote on – and I’m excited to get to work on the issues important to my district. Sign up for updates on my legislative work: sd33.senate.ca.gov/contact/updates Follow the Senate’s work here: senate.ca.gov

National Night Out Events are taking place across Senate District 33! Check out my website to find an event near you: bit.ly/LG-NNO26 National Night Out helps connect our communities and build our collective safety. Find public safety resources: democrats.senate.ca.gov/resources

Thank you to everyone who joined our Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway! 🎒📚 With Inner City Vision, Athena Athletics, and Baby Goat Athletics, we handed out 150+ backpacks to help students start the year. Grateful to our partners, volunteers, and families! CA education resources: www.cde.ca.gov

Team Gonzalez joined the SELA Collaborative’s Leaders Convening, bringing nonprofit leaders, advocates, officials & residents together to shape SELA Vision 2040 — building stronger, more connected communities in Southeast LA. Learn about CA community planning resources: sgc.ca.gov #SD33

Team Gonzalez joined a Harbor Tour hosted by Councilwoman Suely Saro & the Port of Long Beach, connecting with 6th District neighbors to share our work & how we can serve them. Tours like this give residents direct access to Port ops & decision-makers. #SD33 #SenateDistrict33 #LongBeach

Innovation is taking flight in CA! ✈️ Team Gonzalez visited Archer to see next-gen aerospace manufacturing & aviation tech in our region. CA keeps investing in innovation through CA Jobs First, the CA Competes Tax Credit & GO-Biz. More: business.ca.gov #SD33 #SenateDistrict33

Congrats to The Proving Ground on its new indoor soccer & athlete development facility in Signal Hill! Team Gonzalez was proud to attend the ribbon cutting for this space that’ll help young athletes build skills and stay active year-round. California Park Grants - parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30068

If you were impacted by the Lineage Fire, my office continues to update our website with resources: bit.ly/4gBqDcK 📰 Where to find the latest information and alerts 🤝 Community resources including financial assistance, food kits, and air purifiers. 🚌 🏠 Transportation and housing assistance.

Need food assistance this summer? SUN Meals provides free meals to kids 18 and under during the summer months. Find sites: bit.ly/4vBJJTT You can also sign up for SUN Bucks, which provides $120 per eligible child during the summer. Learn more & sign up by 8/31: cdss.ca.gov/sun-bucks

Team Gonzalez celebrated the opening of the new Community Living Center at VA Long Beach Healthcare System — compassionate, home-like long-term care for our veterans. Thank you to everyone who made it possible. Need veteran resources? CalVet: veterans.ca.gov

Team Gonzalez was honored to attend the Disabled Resource Centers’ 50th Anniversary Celebration! For 50 years, they’ve championed independence, accessibility, and inclusion. Our office presented a state resolution and certificates to the honorees. CA Dept of Rehabilitation: dor.ca.gov

Team Gonzalez joined Councilmembers Megan Kerr and Cindy Allen for the ribbon cutting of Black Knight Patrol’s new Long Beach office! Thanks for keeping our neighborhoods safe. Want to boost safety at home? Cal OES has prep resources: caloes.ca.gov #SD33 #SenateDistrict33 #LongBeach

LA County has launched the Transitional Subsidized Employment Plus Program to connect CalWORKs & GAIN participants to paid employment & job training in high-growth industries. Learn more: opportunity.lacounty.gov/tse

Help prevent wildfires: ⏰ Avoid mowing your grass on hot or windy days. ⛓️ Secure tow chains. 🚘 Never park your car on dry grass. 🧰 Use equipment safely. Together we can reduce the risk of wildfire! Learn more: readyforwildfire.org/prevent-wildfire #CALFIRE #ReadyForWildfire #OneLessSpark

Team Gonzalez attended LA Metro’s 2026 State of the Agency, hearing updates on transit plans ahead of the 2028 Olympics + Paralympics, transit expansion, and more. The event also marked the gavel passing from outgoing Chair Fernando Dutra to incoming Chair Mayor Karen Bass. 🚇 More: www.metro.net

☀️ Heat alert! Stay safe this week — drink water, stay indoors during peak hours & look out for your neighbors & pets. 🐾 🌡️ CA heat forecast by ZIP: calheatscore.calepa.ca.gov ❄️ Cooling centers: bit.ly/4ff3uKC 💧 HeatReadyCA.com #SD33 #HeatReady #California

Team Gonzalez was honored to tour the Hidden Genius Project! 🌟 This incredible nonprofit provides Black male youth with 15 months of leadership development, tech training & STEM skills. Empowering the next generation! 💙 CA nonprofit resources: oag.ca.gov/charities #SD33 #LongBeach

🏛️ History is being made in LA County! Los Angeles County’s first-ever Ethics Commission is now accepting applications. Deadline: July 26! Apply now → bit.ly/applyethics #SD33 #SenateDistrict33 #LACounty

🏅 LA28 Paralympics are coming to Long Beach with 72 ticketed events! Register for the ticket drop by July 22 → tickets.la28.org 📅 Full schedule: bit.ly/4fhfBqt | Long Beach survey open thru Sept. 30: lbcity.info/lb28gamessurvey | More info: bit.ly/LG-LA28Info 🎉 #SD33 #SenateDistrict33 #LA28