California Cracks Down on Retail Theft
SAN JOSE– Today the Governor signed AB 3209, authored by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park) and Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas), which creates the first-of-its-kind Retail Crime Restraining Order.
Assemblymember Berman's Senior Scam Stopper Seminar 2024
Join Me for a Community Event This Summer
I have a slate of community gatherings in the works this summer and fall. Check out my events calendar here for a full list of dates and details. I hope to see you there!
San Jose Community Coffee – Thu, Jul 25, 8 - 9:30am
Encouraged by Conversations with VTA Leaders, Berman Pauses Governance Reform Legislation
SACRAMENTO - Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park) released the following statement in regards to his bill, AB 1958, to implement the good governance recommendations made by the State Auditor in their audit of the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA).
In California, Hotels and Rentals Must Reveal Fees Upfront. What Does That Mean for You?- New York Times
Two new laws target surprise charges like resort fees, cleaning fees and service fees, forcing companies to tell you about them before you book, even if you live elsewhere. Here’s what you need to know.
Derek M. Norman, The New York Times
Last May, Samir Bhavnani, a 47-year-old tech executive from San Diego, was planning a trip to Palm Springs, Calif., where he planned to propose to his girlfriend. He found the perfect spot on Vrbo: It offered a “spa in a grotto,” a slide and a swim-up bar and had plenty of five-star reviews.
He decided to book two nights, at $595 a night. But somehow, the total came to about $2,300.
Bill looks to equip mental health patient advocates - San Mateo Daily Journal
Legislation to address caregiver concerns with involuntary detention
Ana Mata, San Mateo Daily Journal
As the state and county continue to pursue policies expanding the parameters for involuntarily detentions in cases of mental health or substance abuse concerns, local leaders are looking to make sure loved ones can be informed advocates.
When former San Carlos Mayor Laura Parmer-Lohan experienced firsthand how out of the loop a caretaker can be when a loved one above the age of 18 is involuntarily detained, or 5150’d, she felt something had to change.
Assemblymember Berman Reacts to State Audit of VTA
SACRAMENTO - The California State Auditor released of a comprehensive state audit of the Santa Clara County Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) yesterday, an audit that was conducted at the request of Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park). The State Auditor reviewed VTA’s governance structure, project planning and management, financial viability, and fiscal oversight.
Assemblymember Berman Names Pacific Beach Coalition as 2024 Nonprofit of the Year
SACRAMENTO - Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park) announced today that he has named the Pacific Beach Coalition as the 23rd Assembly District ‘Nonprofit of the Year’ for the organization’s outstanding contributions to the community.
Assembly Approves Bill to Shield Elections from Deceptive Online Deepfakes
SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, Assemblymember Berman (D-Menlo Park) announced the passage through the Assembly of AB 2655, which will protect election integrity by requiring large online platforms to restrict, for a limited period, the posting and distribution of deceptive and digitally altered or created images, audio, or video recordings meant to give the impression that a candidate
Bill to Protect Children from AI Enabled Sexual Exploitation Passes Assembly
SACRAMENTO – Today the Assembly passed AB 1831, authored by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park), to criminalize the creation, distribution, and possession of artificial intelligence-generated Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM).