I hope that this update reaches you in good health and safety. As wildfires continue to impact communities across the LA region, I want to take a moment to help keep you informed about important information and resources.
Meet Senator
Lola Smallwood-Cuevas
Welcome! I’m Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, and I’m honored to represent nearly one million residents in the 28th Senate District, one of California’s most diverse regions in Los Angeles. I spent more than two decades working as a labor organizer and civil rights activist before my election to the State Senate. It is my privilege to serve California’s residents by presenting legislation that will create a more equitable economy for working families.
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Press Release
Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Los Angeles) has released the following statement regarding the State Legislature approving a $2.5 billion budget in response to the LA wildfires as well as approving $50 million to defend California against federal actions by the Trump Administration:
Press Release
“Hoy, la Legislatura de California aprobó fondos críticos para ayudar a Los Ángeles a recuperarse de devastadores incendios forestales. A principios de esta semana, organicé una sesión de escucha en Altadena, una histórica comunidad afroamericana que soportó políticas de vivienda discriminatorias para convertirse en un símbolo de esperanza y oportunidad. El legado de Altadena como refugio para las familias afroamericanas durante la era de los derechos civiles nos recuerda la importancia de proteger su importancia cultural e histórica.
