It's Olympic Gold Season: SB 1254 Sprints to Appropriations

We are thrilled that SB 1254 has successfully passed out of the Public Safety Committee! This crucial legislation will now move on to the Assembly Appropriations Committee for further consideration. This marks a significant step forward in our ongoing efforts to drive meaningful change and create a safer, more just community for everyone.

Mapping the Progress: SB 1254’s Legislative Timeline

The Appropriations Committee will review SB 1254's financial implications and determine the next steps. Your continued support and advocacy are essential as we navigate this next phase. We have come a long way in the legislative process. Thank you, Senator Becker, for your leadership and collaboration.

Here’s a look at our journey:

SB 1254 timeline

 

Get Involved

Call and/or Email These Senators

  1. Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-14) (916) 319-2014
  2. Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-29) (916) 319-2029

Please also contact your own Assemblymember if you have time (find your rep here).

Sample script:

Hi, my name is _____, and I live in ______. I’m calling to urge Assemblymember ______ to support SB 1254, a bill that will allow people leaving jails or prisons to pre-enroll in CalFresh. Food insecurity is one of the most significant challenges faced by previously incarcerated individuals upon re-entry. SB 1254, the FRESH Act, removes unnecessary federal barriers to re-entry.

Please support SB 1254 in Assembly Appropriations. Thank you. 

To learn more about SB 1254 and how you can get involved in the Thriving Transitions campaign, click here.

Questions? Contact Kameron Mims Jones, Senior Policy Advocate, kameron@nourishca.org.