Rick Zbur — Raises concerns about the two-day compliance period and whether the bill improperly limits judicial discretion.
Rick Zbur — He is called on to ask a question; the transcript renders his name as 'Zabur' in one place and 'Zbur' elsewhere.
Rick Zbur — He says he is committed to continuing discussions and is open to proposals for amendments.
Rick Zbur — He reiterates that discussions with the opposition have been serious and that his office is working on the issue.
Rick Zbur — The speaker says he will support the bill today because of the commitment to continue working with the opposition on amendments.
Rick Zbur — He jokes about spending 10 minutes a night looking at commercial speech and continues explaining the bill's purpose.
Rick Zbur — He concludes by explaining that the bill helps plaintiffs find the TRO remedy without extensive research.
Rick Zbur — Assembly Member Rick Zbur discusses the bill in a sustained exchange, saying its purpose is worthwhile but raising concerns about the two-day period, judge discretion, and how the proposal fits with normal injunctive relief standards. He flags possible prior restraint and free speech issues, asks the author to continue refining the language, and says he will revisit the bill with committee staff. A later brief reference notes the bill has already passed the Senate and is now before the committee, with some details still needing work.
Rick Zbur — Votes aye on SB 11.
Rick Zbur — Zbur is called during the vote and votes aye.
Rick Zbur — Rick Zbur is recorded as voting aye during the roll call on the motion to pass the bill to Appropriations.
Rick Zbur — Spoke in support of the bill, thanked Senator Wiener and the sponsors, and emphasized that the health care issue is real and urgent.
Rick Zbur — His statements are explicitly agreed with by another member.
Rick Zbur — Recorded as voting aye on the motion.
SB54 — Listed on the consent calendar.
SB61 — Listed on the consent calendar.
SB66 — Listed on the consent calendar.
SB673 — Listed on the consent calendar.
SB846 — Listed on the consent calendar.
SB450 — SB 450 was presented to the committee as a clarification measure in statute. The author explained that the bill would codify California’s existing practice regarding adoption proceedings for children born in the state, even if the family later moves out of California, and would require all legal parents to be listed on the adoption order. Supporters testified that the bill simply reaffirms California’s jurisdiction over these proceedings, protects confirmatory adoptions and LGBTQ families, and does not change existing interstate custody or placement law. After testimony, the committee took questions and comments, the author asked for an aye vote, and the bill was moved and reported out on a do-pass motion.
SB450 — Item three is identified as SB 450 and is voted on with aye votes.
Craig Polsifer — Testified on behalf of Equality California in support of SB 450 and described the bill as a clarification of California jurisdiction over adoption proceedings.
Rocco Palin — Testified on behalf of the Academy of California Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Technology Lawyers in support of SB 450.
Madi Robi — Testified in support on behalf of TransFamily Support Services.
Unnamed speaker from California Alliance of Child and Family Services — Testified in support of SB 450 on behalf of the California Alliance of Child and Family Services.
Canaan Durham — Testified in support on behalf of Pride of the Pier.
Canaan Durham — Canaan Durham, founder and executive director of Pride at the Pier and a transgender man from Huntington Beach, testifies about being doxxed and harassed online, including the spread of his former legal name and personal information by hostile community members who encouraged others to harm him. He describes the intimidation, threats sent to his home, and the relief of obtaining a court-approved name change and updating his IDs and voter registration. He closes by urging passage of SB 59 to protect trans people’s privacy, safety, and ability to control when and how they share personal information.
Canaan Durham — Testified on behalf of Pride at the Pier in strong support of SB 497.
SB683 — The committee returns to SB 683, where Senator Cortese presents the bill as strengthening protections for individuals whose name, image, or likeness has been used without authorization. He explains that the measure clarifies legal remedies under existing law, including the ability to seek an injunction or temporary restraining order, noting that the statute has not been updated in over 40 years. The author then asks for an aye vote, and the chair opens the floor for support and opposition, later asking whether there is any further opposition before the next witness.
Felipe Fuentes — Felipe Fuentes testifies on behalf of the Motion Picture Association in opposition to the measure, indicating the association will rely on a prior memorandum. A subsequent speaker then joins Fuentes in that opposition, echoing the same concerns, including First Amendment issues.
Tony Gonzalez — Testifies on behalf of the Recording Industry Association of America and joins the opposition, while suggesting clarifying language could improve the bill.
Tony Gonzalez — Tony Gonzalez, speaking on behalf of the Recording Industry Association of America, argued that the bill’s two-day default for compliance is too slow and should not be the standard. He said the default should be immediate or otherwise faster, suggesting language focused on what is “technically and practically feasible” instead. He emphasized that delays of up to two days could harm rights holders and artists because their images or songs can be misappropriated quickly, citing the risk of misuse during that window.
Danny Kando Kaiser — Testifies on behalf of the First Amendment Coalition in opposition and expresses appreciation for ongoing discussions.
Dr./Professor Jay J. Jaseema — Dr./Professor Jay J. Jaseema is introduced as an AI developer and co-founder of Transparency Coalition, then begins testimony in support of SB 11, thanking the committee and framing the organization as an independent nonprofit focused on transparency and accountability in generative AI.
SB11 — SB 11 is discussed in a single committee action: a witness urges the committee to pass the bill with a strong recommendation, the chair asks if there is any opposition, a motion and second are noted, the recommendation is stated as due pass as amended to Public Safety, and the bill is then reported out of committee unanimously.
Crystal Strait — Testified in support of SB 11 on behalf of Common Sense Media.
Ellie Fenton-Suttliff — Testified in support of SB 11 as an intern at Stone Advocacy on behalf of the California District Attorney's Association.
Brandon Knapp — Testified in support of SB 11 on behalf of Chamber of Progress.
SCR66 — SCR 66 is introduced as a Law Day resolution. Senator Umberg explains that the resolution commends law firms and expresses support for the rule of law, presenting the measure as a recognition of the legal profession and its role in upholding legal principles.
SB808 — SB 808 is presented as a housing-related bill that would create an expedited judicial review or writ procedure for cases involving local housing permit denials that violate state law, including Housing Accountability Act and ministerial approval law disputes. Supporters argue it would speed resolution, reduce litigation delays, and help housing projects move forward toward state housing goals. The committee then hears both support and opposition testimony, including concerns from the Judicial Council of California about the bill’s expedited timelines and temporary judicial assignments. The discussion closes with additional supportive remarks and references to prior conversations and the opposition letter.
Sosa Madan Matanat — Identified as a witness testifying in support on behalf of California YIMBY.
Janice Staniford — Identified as a witness and then speaks for the Attorney General's Office in support of SB 808.
Alex Fish — Identified as Special Assistant Attorney General for Housing, available for technical questions.
Sosin Maddena — Speaks in support of SB 808 on behalf of California YIMBY.
Bob Neal — Represents Fieldstead and Company and states support for SB 808.
Fieldstead and Company — Organization represented by Bob Neal in support of SB 808.
Howard Amundsen Jr. — Howard Amundsen Jr. of Orange County is identified as a philanthropist and is noted as being in strong support of SB 808.
Raymond Contreras — Speaks on behalf of multiple housing-related organizations in support of SB 808.
Lighthouse Public Affairs — Organization represented by Raymond Contreras.
Heatheressa Chair — Speaks for the Judicial Council of California in respectful opposition to SB 808.