| SEPTEMBER 2025 NEWSLETTER |
That's a wrap on the 2025 legislative session! It's been a busy and exciting first year of our two-year session, and I'm grateful to all of you who engaged with my office and our work. Whether you called, sent messages, or shared your input through our legislative survey, you made sure YOUR voice was heard.
As of September 12, the Governor has 30 days to sign, veto, or let legislation become law without his signature. Next month, I'll share an update on which of my bills were signed into law!
| CAPITOL HAPPENINGS |
Top Left: Welcomed IBEW local 569 to Sacramento. Top Right: Presented HR 44 distinguishing November as Homeless Service Provider Appreciation month. Bottom Left: Spoke at the Equality California Leadership Summit. Bottom Right: Spoke in support of SJR 9, a resolution that strongly condemns mass immigration raids and opposes the use of military force in immigration enforcement and community protests.
| IN THE DISTRICT |
Go Green Webinar
Come learn more about reducing energy costs and how making changes for a greener life can help protect the environment by attending our “How to Go Green” webinar. This informative session will cover the advantages of rooftop solar systems and the benefits of purchasing an electric vehicle. Please RSVP here to join:
Community Coffee
What happened at the State Capitol this year? What does California need to prioritize? Please feel free to join this wide-ranging community discussion. This event offers an opportunity for constituents to share ideas, hear updates from the 2025 legislative session, and discuss issues that matter most to the community.
Communities: Kensington, Talmadge, Normal Heights, University Heights, and South Park
Date: Saturday, September 27 at 9:30 am
ALS Walk
ALS, or Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a neurodegenerative disease which causes the brain to lose connection with the body's muscles. To this day there is still no known cure, and over 5000 patients receive a diagnosis every year. On Sunday October 5th, you can join my team in this year's "Walk to Defeat ALS" put on by the ALS Association at De Anza Cove Park in Mission Bay. Check-in starts at 8:30 am, and the walk will begin promptly at 10:00 am. RSVP here to join.
Civics Contest
I am thrilled to announce the launch of my third annual civics competition, open to all 4th, 8th, and 10th grade students in Assembly District 78! This contest is designed to engage our students in exploring important topics related to civic engagement, while also encouraging creativity and critical thinking.
I encourage students to participate and showcase their understanding of civic values while making their voices heard on issues that matter to them. For more information, including contest guidelines and how to submit entries, please click the button below.
| IN THE NEWS |
VOSD Podcast: That Dam San Diego
Opinion: Getting San Diego building again - faster, smarter, fairer
| 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