Press Releases

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Ted W. Lieu of Torrance released the following statement in response to President Obama’s announcement on gun control and school safety: 

“Gun violence is a complex issue and addressing it will require a multi-layered approach,” said Lieu, a father of two young sons and an Air Force veteran. "I'm especially heartened to hear President Obama say his executive order includes more help for schools, including developing emergency preparedness plans and training for 'active shooters' on campus.

Event presented in partnership with Sen. Ted W. Lieu and sponsored by Board of  Equalization member Jerome Horton

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Recent data shows two-thirds rise in violations

SACRAMENTO – Citing recent state data showing a two-thirds jump in parolees who illegally remove ankle-mounted monitoring bracelets, Sen. Ted W. Lieu today introduced a bill making such actions a felony.

Senators team up to allow greater public review of donations

SACRAMENTO – Today, Sens. Ted W. Lieu of Torrance and Leland Yee of San Francisco/San Mateo released language to Senate Bill 3 – part of their package of bills to strengthen the California Political Reform Act and require greater disclosure of political contributions.

LOS ANGELES – Sen. Ted. W. Lieu of Torrance released the following statement in response to today’s tragic shooting in Connecticut : 

“I recently learned a man with multiple guns killed dozens of people at a Connecticut elementary school, including many children,” Lieu said. “Now that I have stopped crying, I would like to say the following: