Assemblymember Damon Connolly

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Yesterday I had the pleasure of meeting with the Dean of Dentistry at UCSF, Michael Reddy, and his students!

Thank you for discussing how California can continue to support higher-education funding and sharing about how UCSF is providing more learning opportunities for students.

Great meeting with local leaders and water experts from Sonoma, Marin and Mendocino Counties to discuss water supply and management issues in our region. We also discussed the importance of keeping our lakes and rivers healthy while ensuring communities continue to have access to clean water.

Today was the first Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee hearing of the year! I’m honored to serve as the Chair and continue to take leadership in protecting our public health and environment.

I look forward to continuing this important work and for more hearings this year!

I had the pleasure of emceeing for Legal Aid of Sonoma County’s 25th Anniversary Gala at the #SantaRosa Golf & Country Club. It was a wonderful evening celebrating 25 years of their service to our communities.

Thank you to Legal Aid of Sonoma County's team for their incredible work.

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Today I joined Supervisor Dennis Rodoni and community members from Bolinas at a site visit of the Bo-Linda Vista RV Park.

Thank you to Zeke Guzman and the Bolinas Community Land Trust for their leadership in providing sustainable housing solutions for farmworkers and their families.

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It was great to meet with the Alzheimer’s Association yesterday and discuss how California can continue to support the needs of residents living with Alzheimer’s.

Thank you so much to our #AD12 constituents for coming up to Sacramento and advocating on behalf of the association.

Today I had the pleasure of joining my legislative colleagues, the Karuk Tribe, and other wildfire experts at the Megafire press conference. Together, we highlighted what steps California is taking towards addressing the growing rate of catastrophic wildfires.

It was a pleasure meeting with @momsdemand to discuss how California can step up and strengthen our protections for our communities and youth facing gun violence.

Thank you to Moms Demand Action for all your advocacy in tackling gun violence and fighting for safety in our communities!

My February newsletter is out! This issue covers my 2026 legislative package, my “Water’s Edge” bill, AB 1790 and our “Ought to be a Law” annual contest winner!

Read my 38th issue at: a12asmdc.org/newsletters

Today I hosted a coffee and chat at Dr. insomniacs Fine Coffee, Tea, Smoothie & Cafe in #Novato.

Thank you to everyone for coming out! I appreciated hearing from you and sharing updates from the work I am doing in Sacramento!

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I’m pleased to announce the winner of my fourth annual “There Ought to be a Law” contest! Congratulations to our resident from Tiburon for his winning submission!

To read more about this bill, visit: a12.asmdc.org/press-releases

Thank you to Matthew Robison and Allen Young for the opportunity to join the Physician Association of California (PAC)’s podcast to talk about healthcare issues across the state and the introduction of AB 2457!

I am excited to work together in getting this bill across the finish line!

It was a pleasure to join the Marin County Council of Mayors and Councilmembers last night at the Kentfield campus and share about my 2026 legislative update!

I am grateful for the strong partnership with our local leaders, and I am excited to continue advocating for our residents together!

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Great to meet with Cal Poly Humboldt President Caravajal today! Thank you for meeting with me to discuss how we can continue to support our students and CSUs!

Come join me for a coffee & chat on Saturday, February 28th from 10:00am-11:00am at Dr. Insomniacs Fine Coffee, Tea, Smoothie & Cafe! I’d love to share updates about the work I am doing up in Sacramento and hear your thoughts on the community.

Hope you see you there!
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Yesterday I had the pleasure of meeting Public Policy, Economic, and Political Science students from Stanford University. It was great to connect with the students about the work we are doing in Sacramento, and special thanks to former Assemblymember Joe Nation for organizing this trip!

Last week, I introduced AB 2157 with Assemblymember Bryan and the United Steelworkers, to make the Displaced Oil and Gas Workers Fund (DOGWF).
The DOGWF program is the only program that helps displaced oil and gas workers in transitioning into sectors that match their skills.

Happy Lunar New Year #AD12!

I’m honored to celebrate with the vibrant Asian American and Pacific Islander communities across our district and throughout California.

May this year bring us prosperity, happiness, and new opportunities!

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I am pleased to announce a few bills I have introduced this week!

Excited to work with the California Salmon and Steelhead Coalition, the California Farmworker Coalition, and the Physician Association of California in getting these critical bills across the finish line!

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Yesterday, I hosted a Coffee and Chat at the Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library in #RohnertPark.

Thank you to everyone who stopped and shared ideas and for your ongoing partnership and support. Looking forward to many more opportunities to connect and hearing from you!

I am heartbroken to hear of the tragic loss of life in Nevada County due to the avalanche. The victims include members of the Marin community whom I represent. Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones impacted by this tragedy.

Proud to introduce AB 2100, alongside CalCAN, which will support our dairy farmers in implementing alternative methane strategies to help achieve the state’s climate and greenhouse gas reduction goals!

To read more about this bill, visit: a12.asmdc.org/press-releases

Today, I am pleased to announce the introduction of AB 2045, which will extend the operation of the Habitat and Restoration Act to ensure rivers, streams, and wildlife habitat restoration projects can continue for generations to come.

Thank you to @Asmaguiarcurry for introducing AB 1776 and taking leadership to strengthen California’s antitrust laws to protect consumers. I am proud to join as a co-author to fight corporate monopoly and restore equity in our marketplace.

It was a pleasure to attend the Cotati Annual Awards dinner last night alongside state and local electeds! Thank you to the Cotati Chamber of Commerce for hosting the event and uplifting our community leaders!

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Come join me for coffee on Thursday, February 19th from 3:00pm-4:00 pm at the Rohnert Park Cotati Regional Library Meeting Room! I’d love to share updates of the work I am doing up in Sacramento and hear your thoughts on the community.

Hope to see you there!
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It is an honor to stand with the Karuk Tribe and the Watershed Research and Training Center to introduce AB 1891 to dedicate grant funding to beneficial fire practitioners!

Today I joined local school board members through the Marin County Joint Legislative Action Committee to discuss how we can continue to support our students amidst local educational funding challenges. Great to meet with students, board members and administrators on how to best support our schools!