Senator Thomas J. Umberg
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Colonel Tom Umberg (ret.) is a Democratic California State Senator and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee who proudly represents Orange County.
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: SB 883 by Senator Thomas Umberg (D-Santa Ana) — Hazardous materials: reactive chemicals: methyl methacrylate: facilities. Read more here: www.gov.ca.gov/2026/09/27/g...
Governor Newsom issues legislative update 9.27.2026 | Governor of California
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Thank you, Governor Newsom, for signing SB 883 into law. This legislation strengthens chemical safety protections and helps prevent an emergency like the one we experienced in Garden Grove from happening again. Read more about SB 883 here: sd34.senate.ca.gov/news/governo...
Governor Newsom Signs Senator Umberg’s Chemical Safety Legislation Following Garden Grove Emergency
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"over the weekend, Newsom signed legislation from Sen. Tom Umberg, D-Santa Ana, that aims to deter voter intimidation by barring law enforcement officials from making arrests in and around polling places on Election Day." Read more here: www.dailynews.com/2026/09/21/b...
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bills meant to stop Trump changes in CA elections
Legislation by Democratic state Sens. Sabrina Cervantes and Tom Umberg seeks to bolster voting rights
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Newsom signs bills to shield California elections from Trump interference, increase transparency
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation to boost security for California elections, an effort to guard against potential Trump administration interference in the Nov. 3 midterm election.
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Governor Newsom signs new laws to protect California elections from Trump interference, including SB 884 (Umberg). Read more here: www.gov.ca.gov/2026/09/19/g...
Governor Newsom signs new laws to protect California elections from Trump interference | Governor of California
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SB 884 is officially law! Thank you, Governor Newsom, for signing the Protect Our Polls Act and strengthening protections for California voters ahead of November’s election. Read my full statement here: sd34.senate.ca.gov/news/governo...
Governor Newsom Signs Senator Umberg’s “Protect Our Polls Act”
Official website of Senator Tom Umberg, representing California Senate District 34.
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This is exactly why the Legislature passed SB 884, the Protect Our Polls Act. California has both the constitutional right and responsibility to run our own safe and secure elections and protect voters from intimidation. I urge the Governor to sign SB 884 and ensure California can do exactly that.
Wishing a sweet New Year to all who celebrate. Happy Rosh Hashanah and Shana Tova!
Excited for what’s ahead and for Angels fans and the City of Anaheim to have an owner committed to investing in this team, this ballpark and this community. A great new chapter for the Angels. Good luck in tonight’s game!
"California lawmakers have passed a first-in-the-nation piece of legislation establishing ethical requirements for attorneys and arbitrators using generative artificial intelligence, sending the bill to Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) for his signature." news.bloomberglaw.com/litigation/c...
California Attorney AI Guardrail Bill Advances to Newsom’s Desk
California lawmakers have passed a first-in-the-nation piece of legislation establishing ethical requirements for attorneys and arbitrators using generative artificial intelligence, sending the bill…
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Each of these bills is deeply important to me and reflects our responsibility to make government work for the people we serve. They strengthen accountability, protect Californians and make our communities safer.
A great day for Angels fans and Anaheim. This agreement ushers in an exciting new era for the team, the city and the generations of fans who call Anaheim home. Looking forward to what’s ahead. www.latimes.com/sports/angel...
Rams owner Stan Kroenke agrees to buy Angels, ending Arte Moreno's troubled tenure
Rams owner Stan Kroenke has purchased the Angels, marking the end of owner Arte Moreno's tenure and Kroenke's first move into Major League Baseball.
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Great way to close out the 2026 Legislative Session!
Always great to have Governor Newsom stop by the Senate Floor! A long night of session ahead — hard at work getting it done for California.
Dear Mr. President — thank you for voting by mail in Florida last week and showing Americans that it is a safe, secure and convenient way to vote. I encourage all Californians to do the same and cast their ballots by mail this November. www.politico.com/news/2026/08...
Trump votes by mail again in his home state of Florida
Voting records from Palm Beach County show the president requested his ballot in late July and it was returned on Aug. 13.
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Congratulations to my colleague @AsmValencia on getting this across the finish line. We started working on this issue more than 20 years ago, when I carried legislation in the Assembly to put Anaheim back in the Angels’ name. Well done, Assemblymember — it’s been a long time coming.
The 'Anaheim Angels' bill sails through the California legislature
A bill that gives the Angels incentives to revert to Anaheim in their name has cleared both houses of the state legislature.
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"Introduced by state Sen. Thomas Umberg (D), the bill codifies guidance from the California Judicial Council on AI use, including requiring that lawyers verify the accuracy of all AI-generated content, correct any errors or hallucinations, and disclose AI use to the court ..."
California Nears Becoming First to Set Attorney AI Guardrails
California legislators are nearing the final steps to create a first-in-the-nation law for the legal industry, establishing ethical expectations and guardrails for lawyers and arbitrators in the…
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The State Bar failed to put the necessary safeguards in place on its own, so the Legislature did. That's why I authored SB 47 (Umberg), requiring this independent audit to provide a full accounting of what went wrong. Read more here: calmatters.org/education/hi...
Audit: State Bar missed warning signs before 2025 exam fiasco
The problems with an online California State Bar exam were so profound that test-takers at one point were able to see other people's answers.
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Happy Fourth of July! Today, as we celebrate 250 years of American independence, we honor the servicemembers, veterans, and generations of Americans whose courage and sacrifice have protected the freedoms we enjoy.
A quick look back at June and what's next. Read more here: buff.ly/U4oJKbn
July Newsletter
Official website of Senator Tom Umberg, representing California Senate District 34.
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Children in foster care are among the most vulnerable Californians, and we have a responsibility to ensure they are not left to navigate the system alone. CASA volunteers provide stability, advocacy, and a trusted voice for children during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
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Today, the Supreme Court got it right - every eligible citizen should have the opportunity to vote and the confidence that their ballot will be counted.
California officials relieved as Supreme Court says states can count mail-in ballots after Election Day
In California, ballots that are postmarked by Election Day and arrive at a local elections office within a week after voting has ended can still be counted.
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SB 623 is proof that when stakeholders come together instead of taking competing measures to the ballot, Californians win. Thank you to Governor Newsom for signing this important bill, and to everyone who worked together to put Californians first.
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Newsom blesses Uber ballot measure truce — but fight over car crash lawsuits continues
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Thursday limiting medical billing in ride share accident litigation, averting a November showdown between Uber and the state's trial attorneys. The agreement…
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SB 623 is a testament to the fact that the best public policy is often built through negotiation. Instead of taking competing measures to the ballot, stakeholders came together and reached a solution that better protects Californians. Read more here: sd34.senate.ca.gov/news/governo...
Governor Newsom Signs SB 623 (Umberg) to Protect Accident Victims and Strengthen Rideshare Safety
Official website of Senator Tom Umberg, representing California Senate District 34.
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Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, grandfathers, and father figures out there! Hope your day is filled with polite laughter at your jokes.
