My colleagues and I are pushing to expand bachelor’s degree access at community colleges for essential fields facing major shortages.
In our district, that means AB 2136 — giving Cerritos College the ability to offer select bachelor’s degrees that our local economy desperately needs.
Assembly District 64 is home to incredible organizations that go above and beyond for our residents. I’m seeking nominations to recognize a nonprofit that has made an exceptional impact in our community.
🗓️ Submit by: March 20th
✨ Link nominate: pacheco.asmdc.org/2026-nonprof...
Read the bill. Not the memes.
As ICE intensifies a campaign of cruelty & violence, CA has launched an immigration resource hub with tools to:
• Locate someone in ICE detention
• Access nearby help & legal assistance
• Prepare for potential immigration emergencies
• Avoid immigration-related scams
🔗: cacontigo.asmdc.org
We condemn the violence being imposed on our communities. We condemn the lies of the federal government. This assault by ICE is a dark moment in our history.
Kicking off the holiday season with my annual turkey giveaway for families across our district! 🦃 🍂
📍 Apollo Park, 12544 Rives Ave., Downey
📅 Tuesday, November 25
⏰ 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (or while supplies last)
One turkey per household, first come, first served.
See you there! 👋🏼
Roughly 1 in 8 Americans rely on food stamps to feed their families.
The Federal Administration’s refusal to fund Nov. SNAP benefits puts millions at risk of hunger.
Drive-Thru Food Distribution
Join @LAFoodBank for a free food distribution event at The Kia Forum in Inglewood.
Saturday, November 1, 2025
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
3900 W Manchester Blvd
No walk-ups. Drive-thru only.
Need more info? Call 211 for food assistance.
Signed! ✔️ After nearly 40 years, Californians will be able to have their names recorded accurately on their most important documents. Recording people’s names correctly sends the message that their identity matters and they belong here. Our names represent our culture, our family, and our dignity.
Signed! ✔️ California’s ballot measures should be decided by Californians — not foreign money. With AB 953 now signed into law, we’ve closed a dangerous loophole and strengthened the integrity of our democracy.
Nominations are now open for AD 64’s Veterans Appreciation Awards! 🇺🇸
Know a veteran who’s made a difference through leadership, mentorship, advocacy — or simply by being a role model in our community? Nominate them today!
🗓️ Deadline: October 10, 2025
🔗 a64.asmdc.org/veterans-app...
Shana Tova! 🍯✨ Wishing our Jewish neighbors a sweet and joyful New Year.
Hope. Strength. Community. 💪💜 That’s what Relay for Life is all about — and Whittier-La Mirada showed up for one another today. Thank you!
An early Mexican Independence Day celebration with my colleagues in the CA Latino Caucus! 🇲🇽✨ Grateful for the resilience, culture & contributions of Mexican and Mexican-American families across California. ¡Que viva México!
An estimated 14 million kids don't get any vaccines. They face serious threats from measles, diarrhea, pneumonia and more.
Applications are now open for the 2026–27 Assembly Fellowship! ✨ Deadline: Dec 8, 2025.
Spend a year as a full-time, paid fellow in the CA State Assembly and gain hands-on experience in policymaking. More info about eligibility & the application process:
www.assembly.ca.gov/california-s...
Grateful to spend Labor Day with the Carpenters and so many others who keep our region moving forward. A day of solidarity, celebration and community. 💪🏽✨
📍LA/LB Harbor Labor Coalition 46th Annual Solidarity Parade and Picnic Rally.
Labor Day reminds us: when workers thrive, California thrives. We stand united against attacks on working families — and with the people who power our progress every day. 🙌🏽 Happy Labor Day.
Dodger blue looks pretty good on Assembly green! 💙💚 Yesterday we took a few minutes to pay tribute to the legendary Fernando Valenzuela on the Assembly floor and welcomed his family to join us. ⚾️
Congratulations to all the 2025 Jesse M. Unruh Assembly Fellows we celebrated on the floor today! Young leaders like Matthew bring energy and fresh perspectives to the Capitol — we’re so grateful for their service and wish them the best in their next chapters.
America’s favorite governor living rent-free in DT’s head.
Today in Paramount for the second stop in a series of statewide hearings to hear from local communities/experts about how rising expenses are impacting Californians, and what we can do to address this challenge.
From UCLA researchers to local small business owners — these voices guide our work.
This weekend at UC San Diego, leaders from 20+ colleges in CA & Mexico imagined a future where education crosses borders. 🌎
I moderated a panel on joint degree programs, which let students graduate from & work in two countries. More doors. More opportunities. A brighter future, built together. ✨ 🎓
Pride energy is unmatched! 🌈
Surrounded by love and inclusion at Downey Pride this weekend. 💕
Since 1932, the Purple Heart has honored service members wounded or killed defending our nation. Today we recognize these heroes and their families. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.
Today we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the ADA, landmark legislation that prohibited discrimination based on disability & forged a more inclusive society. As we face new threats to disability services & healthcare access, I am committed to advancing accessibility & ensuring equal opportunities.
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Tonight at 4:30!
Join me for a free webinar with legal experts to answer your questions and provide information about your rights when interacting with ICE.
📅 Tues, July 22
⏰ 4:30-6:00 PM
💻 Zoom: a64.asmdc.org/event/202507...
Legislative Mobile Office Hours in the community today! 🏛️ My team joined with staff from State Senator Lena Gonzalez & Congressman Robert Garcia's offices to connect directly with Cudahy residents and share vital state resources.
Signed! Strong democracies need strong institutions, starting with ensuring everyone can meaningfully participate in our justice system. AB 223 replaces outdated legal jargon w/ plain language in juror oaths so jurors understand their role. Making courts more accessible strengthens justice itself.