AB1755 — The discussion centers on AB 1755 as the prior Lemon Law-related bill and the framework this measure follows. Speakers note that hearings on AB 1755 led to cleanup language and Senate amendments, but also that some coalition members and the witness still have concerns about its provisions. The bill is referenced as last year’s co-sponsored measure and as the prior framework that the organization may remain tied to, with particular concern about its effects, including shorter statutes of limitations and repose and the allowance of negative equity deductions.
Savina Takar — Savina Takar is identified as a witness from the Consumer Attorneys of California.
Nicolina Hernandez — Nicolina Hernandez of Toyota is identified as a witness and then introduces herself as Toyota’s regional director of state government affairs, stating her support for SB 26.
Zavina Tacker — Zavina Tacker, speaking on behalf of the Consumer Attorneys of California, testifies in support of the measure, aligns with the chair’s comments, and urges an aye vote.
SB26 — SB 26 is discussed as a straightforward bill that implements the deal reached last year and establishes an opt-in process related to AB 1755. Speakers express support and urge swift passage, and the chair then asks whether anyone is in opposition to the bill.
Cliff Conch — Introduced as speaking on behalf of General Motors in strong support; name may be uncertain.
Cliff Costa — Speaks on behalf of General Motors in strong support.
Andrea DeVoe — Speaks on behalf of Ripien in support.
Melissa Warner — Speaks on behalf of Honda in support.
Beverly — Speaks on behalf of Hyundai in support; surname or full name unclear.
Sarah Brennan — Sarah Brennan testified on behalf of Lucid in support.
Lizzie Kutzana — Testified in support on behalf of Tesla.
Magali Zagal — Testified in support on behalf of Kia.
Matt Klovenstein — Testified in support on behalf of Volkswagen Group.
Amy Lillie — Testified in support on behalf of Mercedes.
Rosemary Shahan — Testified with soft support on behalf of Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety.
Rebecca Bauer-Kahan — Called during quorum establishment, but no response is captured in the transcript.
Rebecca Bauer-Kahan — Called during quorum establishment, but no response is captured in the transcript.
Rebecca Bauer-Kahan — Called during quorum establishment, but no response is captured in the transcript.
Rebecca Bauer-Kahan — Votes aye in the roll call vote.
Isaac Bryan — During quorum establishment, Isaac Bryan was called multiple times in succession, but no response was captured in the transcript.
Isaac Bryan — The transcript appears to refer to Senator Bryan as the meeting is adjourned.
Damon Connolly — During quorum establishment, Damon Connolly was repeatedly called, but no response was captured in the transcript.
Damon Connolly — During the vote, Damon Connolly is recorded as voting 'aye,' with the chair confirming the added-on vote and then thanking members for coming in.
Kate Sanchez — During quorum establishment, Kate Sanchez was called multiple times and responded 'Here,' marking her present.
John Harabedian — Called during quorum establishment, but no response is captured in the transcript.
John Harabedian — Called during quorum establishment, but no response is captured in the transcript.
John Harabedian — Called during quorum establishment, but no response is captured in the transcript.
John Harabedian — Votes aye in the roll call vote.
Blanca Pacheco — Blanca Pacheco is called during quorum establishment and marked present in repeated roll calls, then later responds 'aye' during the roll call vote.
Diane Papan — Diane Papan is called during quorum establishment and recorded present, then later appears in the roll call vote and votes aye.
Catherine Stefani — Catherine Stefani is repeatedly called during quorum establishment and marked present (misheard in the transcript as 'Sanchez, Stephanie'), and later appears again in the roll call vote where she votes aye.
Ms. Shahan — The chair and Senator Umberg thank Ms. Shahan for her long-standing advocacy, accountability work, and continued service, offering repeated appreciation for her contributions.
Alexandra Macedo — Not clearly present in the roll call text; the transcript's 'Arens' is likely a mishearing, but kept as spoken in the text.
Ash Kalra — Addressed as 'Mr. Chair' in the committee setting.
Ash Kalra — Referenced as part of the prior 'Kalra-Umberg' bill partnership.
Ash Kalra — Addressed as Mr. Chair during the motion discussion.
Ash Kalra — Called during quorum establishment and marked present.
Ash Kalra — Chair appears to be establishing quorum and proceeding with committee business.
Ash Kalra — Called during quorum establishment and marked present.
Ash Kalra — Chair appears to be establishing quorum and proceeding with committee business.
Ash Kalra — Called during quorum establishment and marked present.
Ash Kalra — Chair notes quorum and moves the committee into discussion.
Ash Kalra — The chair invites Senator Umberg to close and continues discussing the bill's purpose.