Governor Signs Critical Measure to Deliver Fast and Accurate Election Results
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 5, by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park), which will create statewide standards for the prompt tallying and release of election results. AB 5 will go into effect on January 1, 2026.
Governor Newsom Signs Historic Legislation to Empower Rideshare Drivers and Strengthen Workers’ Rights
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today signed AB 1340 (Wicks, Berman) into law, marking a historic milestone for California’s gig economy and the hundreds of thousands of drivers who power it.
Berman Bill to Improve California’s Nation-Leading Firearm Laws Passes Legislature
SACRAMENTO, CA — The Legislature passed Assembly Bill 1078 by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park), which would update California’s lifesaving firearm laws to align with recent Supreme Court decisions. The legislation, sponsored by Attorney General Rob Bonta, would ensure the state’s nation-leading firearm laws continue to preserve public safety.
Berman Bill to Lower Energy Bills and Protect Ratepayers Passes Legislature
SACRAMENTO, CA — The Legislature passed Assembly Bill 1167, the California Ratepayer Protection Act, authored by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park).
Bills to Stop the Puppy Mill Pipeline in California Pass the Legislature

SACRAMENTO, CA — This week the Legislature passed three bills to curb consumer fraud and animal abuse in pet sales.
Berman Bill to Deliver Fast and Accurate Election Results Passes the Legislature
SACRAMENTO, CA — The Legislature passed Assembly Bill 5, by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park), that will create statewide standards for the prompt tallying and release of election results.
Berman and McNerney Announce Joint Effort to Protect CA Ratepayers from Utilities’ Abuses
SACRAMENTO, CA – California state Senator Jerry McNerney (D-Pleasanton) and Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park) announced a joint legislative package today to protect California ratepayers from unlawful activities by investor-owned utilities (IOUs).
Governor Newsom, Pro Tem McGuire, Speaker Rivas Announce Support for Historic Legislation to Empower Gig Workers, Improve Rideshare Affordability
SACRAMENTO, CA – Fulfilling a promise to address everyday affordability for millions of Californians, the Governor, Senate Pro Tem and Assembly Speaker are proud to announce support for AB 1340 (Wicks, Berman), which is sponsored by SEIU California; and SB 371 (Cabaldon), sponsored by Uber and Lyft.