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A rundown of California bills from Inland Empire Latino Lawmakers

SB 423, authored by Democratic Senator Lena Gonzalez, would require local agencies to release audio of 9-1-1 calls and related written reports involving private detention centers.

‘Profiteering off of Human Suffering’ — California Lawmakers Move To Rein in Private Detention Facilities

Gonzalez is the author of SB 423, which would require the release of all 911 and emergency call records coming out of private detention centers in the state.

California Bill to Restrict the Use of Military-Style Weapons in Protests and Immigration Enforcement Clears Fiscal Committee, Headed to Assembly Vote

“We're pleased to see SB 937 advance out of Senate Appropriations, and are honored to stand with Senator Gonzalez as she fights for important protections for our neighborhoods.

Long Beach State Senator’s Bill Limiting Flash-Bang Use Advances

“Families should not have to fear military-style weapons being deployed in their homes, parks, streets, or neighborhoods,” Gonzalez said in a statement.