California Assembly Republican Caucus
A Safer California
Assembly Republicans are fighting to stop the violence and theft in our communities by equipping law enforcement with the tools they need, while holding criminals accountable.
Parole.
Josh Hoover
Would expand the Governor’s authority to review parole grants beyond murder cases, allowing reversal or modification of parole decisions for certain inmates convicted of violent felonies, including some determinate-term inmates granted parole under elderly or youth offender parole programs. It amends Penal Code Section 3041.2…
Elderly Parole Program.
Tom Lackey
Would tighten California’s Elderly Parole Program by raising the minimum eligible age from 50 to 65, while keeping the requirement that a person must have served at least 20 continuous years in custody.
Rape of a Developmental Disabled Minor.
Tom Lackey
Closes a shocking gap in the law by classifying the rape of a developmentally disabled minor as a violent felony, ensuring that predators face the full force of justice.
Extension of Ignition Interlock Device – DUI.
Tom Lackey
Extends the sunset date for the Department of Motor Vehicles pilot program for ignition interlock devices (IID) from 2026 to 2033.
Increasing Funding for Road Safety Patrols.
Laurie Davies
The Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) is a fleet of more than 350 roving tow trucks that monitor over 1,700 miles of freeway and provide free emergency roadside assistance. The FSP plays a critical role in protecting the public and reducing congestion by removing disabled vehicles…
Arresting and Prosecuting Sideshow Organizers.
Tom Lackey
A “sideshow,” also known as a street takeover, is an event where crowds illegally block a road or parking lot so that vehicles can perform stunts and drag races. These events disrupt traffic, block emergency vehicles, injure spectators, and facilitate other criminal activity. While the…
Fentanyl Sales to Minor:
Alexandra Macedo
Includes furnishing fentanyl to a minor within the definition of a serious felony, including for purposes of the three strikes law.
Asset Forfeiture for Convicted Human Traffickers.
Juan Alanis
The ability to seize convicted trafficker's/pimp’s assets whereby 50% would be appropriated to victims’ services and 50% to law enforcement for their efforts to fight Human Trafficking and training, specifically it could be: • Services and counseling for juvenile human trafficking victims and funding for…
Make Tianeptine a Schedule 1 Drug.
Jeff Gonzalez
People seeking to treat their ailments sometimes mistake a product as being safe because it’s easily available, whether online or even at gas stations; however, availability is no indication of effectiveness or safety. This is especially true of tianeptine, an unapproved drug associated with serious…
The Child Abuse Mandated Entertainment Reporter Act (CAMERA)
Tom Lackey
Ensures children in California’s entertainment industry are safe from abuse by requiring talent agents, talent managers, and talent coaches who work with children to be mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect, which includes sexual assault and sexual exploitation.
Child Abuse/Domestic Violence Prevention Partnership.
Tom Lackey
Authorizes a county child welfare agency to establish a pilot program in which the county employs a domestic violence consultant to offer support and guidance to county social workers in addressing the complex dynamics of families who are potentially experiencing both domestic violence and child…
Ensure Veterans Are not Misled when Filing for Benefits.
Jeff Gonzalez
Require an individual who is charging a veteran for advice or assistance on how to file a claim for U.S. VA benefits to notify that veteran if they are not a VA-accredited representative. Many veterans are unaware that a cottage industry has emerged to charge…
Relieving Financial Burdens on Survivors of Abuse.
Laurie Davies
Victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and similar crimes can break their leases without penalty. However, there’s a loophole regarding the security deposit. The perpetrator could take it all, leaving the victim, who already has to find a new home, in an even…
Taking Dangerous Speeders off the Road.
Alexandra Macedo
Speeding is one of the leading safety threats on California’s roads, accounting for 35% of all traffic fatalities. Drivers who travel over 100 miles per hour (mph) pose an urgent risk to all other road users, but they often evade consequences. If these offenders are…
Strengthens Security to Prevent Drink Tampering.
Alexandra Macedo
This bill enhances consumer protection by expanding the definition of “controlled substances” under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act to include carfentanil and fentanyl. By requiring establishments with Type 48 licenses to offer drug testing devices capable of detecting these substances, the bill aims to strengthen…
Cracking Down on Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Cable Theft.
Juan Alanis
EV charging providers are experiencing an epidemic of vandalism as thieves cut the cables from charging stations to harvest the valuable copper inside. One of California’s largest charging networks reports that thefts are up nearly 200% in 2024. Vandalism of charging stations not only imposes…
Human Trafficking Task Force.
Diane Dixon
Recent legislation, AB 2020 (Bonta, 2024) requires the creation of model policies on law enforcement interactions with victims of human trafficking. Current law allows victims of human trafficking to receive benefits and services. DSS has an online portal with information and resources for victims. The…
Protect Victims of Human Trafficking in Child Custody Decisions.
Josh Hoover
This bill requires courts to consider whether a child or parent is a human trafficking victim when making an order granting custody of a child. The court must provide necessary protections for child victims, and may not award custody to a parent that has been…
Safeguard Dependent Persons from Sexual Assault.
Alexandra Macedo
This bill strengthens protections for vulnerable individuals by expanding existing crime enhancements for sexual assault and other heinous crimes. AB 1386 extends enhanced penalties to include crimes committed against dependent persons—individuals with physical or mental impairments that substantially limit their ability to protect themselves.
Protect Children from Sex Offenders.
Alexandra Macedo
This bill strengthens public safety by requiring individuals discharged or paroled from a secure youth treatment facility for specified sex offenses to register as sex offenders.
Protect Women's Prisoners from Convicted Predators.
Alexandra Macedo
This bill requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to house inmates consistent with their anatomy if they have been convicted of rape, human trafficking…..