| JULY 2025 NEWSLETTER |
Summer is here, and so is another month of updates from our office. We've been hard at work moving legislation, meeting with community members, and pushing for policies that make a difference. Scroll down to see what we've been up to and what's ahead this month!
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| LEGISLATIVE UPDATE |
It's a busy and critical time at the Capitol. As committee hearings wind down, I'm closely reviewing Senate bills and tracking key budget decisions, especially how federal funds for our communities could be impacted by executive orders and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Protecting healthcare, schools, jobs, and economic stability remains front and center.
At the same time, I'm moving 13 bold bills through the Senate—tackling everything from privacy and housing to green energy and government transparency. These proposals are about delivering real results for Californians and final votes are just around the corner. Please head to my website to see how each bill strengthens our district and builds a better future for all.
| JULY IN REVIEW |
Top Left: Attended the San Diego Chamber of Commerce Congressional Luncheon, where I got to hear from my federal counterparts about the work they are doing in Washington D.C. Top Right: In Sacramento, I introduced AB 322, a bill that updates the California Consumer Privacy Act to better protect Californians from having their precise location data collected, sold, or misused. Bottom Left: Stood in solidarity with the Legislative Latino Caucus to support SJR 9 which strongly condemns mass immigration raids and the use of the military in immigration enforcement and community protests. Bottom Right: Spent Fourth of July in Mission Hills and got to admire all their pie contest submissions.
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PRIDE
I hope you all had a Happy Pride Month! Here in San Diego, we're keeping our celebrations rolling as we will soon be taking to the streets of Hillcrest this weekend at the San Diego Pride Parade to celebrate love, community, and equity! Last month, I had the honor and privilege of recognizing Susan Jester as Assembly District 78's Pride Month Honoree! Susan is a long-time advocate for the LGBTQ+ community who worked for the Human Rights Coalition (HRC) during the peak of the AIDS epidemic, as well as being a founding member of San Diego's first AIDS Walk. Susan now works as the public relations and media director at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral. Be sure to click the link below to hear more!
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Concerts in the Park
Summer is here, and so is the University Heights Summer Concerts in the Park series! Every Friday in July, residents can enjoy free live music at Old Trolley Barn Park.
It is a fantastic local tradition that brings our community together. A special thank you to the University Heights Community Development Corporation (UHCDC) for their hard work in putting together this wonderful event each year. I hope to see many of you there!
| IN THE NEWS |
California bill would block companies from selling location data to ICE
A form of digital discrimination is quietly costing Californians billions
| CLOSE OUT |
As always, I want to thank you for your support. I'm grateful to be your representative and work on these issues and more. One of the best ways to stay informed is to follow my social media accounts on Facebook, BlueSky, Threads, and Instagram where you can know in real time what developments are happening or what I'm working on every day.
And if you need assistance, please know that my district office staff is available and ready to serve or answer any questions you may have. Feel free to reach out to the contact information at the end of this email, and a staff member will connect with you as soon as possible. I wish you, your family, and your neighbors all the best.
Christopher M. Ward
Assemblymember, 78th District