Brian W. Jones, a California State Senator and former Senate Minority Leader, recently used his social media platform to discuss state policies and the challenges facing California.
On May 15, 2026, Jones posted about fuel taxes in the state: “California’s Gas Tax Is More Than Double the National Average! The average state gas tax is 33 cents a gallon. California’s is 71 cents! Add cap and tax, the Low Carbon Fuel Standard and the boutique blend and government policy adds over a dollar to every gallon. The President”.
Three days later, on May 18, 2026, he shared details of an interview with Tanya McRae: “Sat down with Tanya McRae on In Focus California to talk about what it will actually take to turn California around. Energy independence, real public safety through Prop 36, voter ID, and getting government out of the way on housing. The problems are real but so are the https://t.co/3GTz0ICLGb”. He also provided a link to the full interview: “Full Interview: https://t.co/Frj9HCRnsS”.
Jones has been active in public service for several decades. He was born into a military family in Austin, Texas and has served both in the California State Assembly and State Senate (official website). His legislative work includes efforts in education reform and veteran support. Jones also led the Senate Republican Caucus as Senate Minority Leader (official website). He holds degrees from Grossmont College and San Diego State University (official website) and has been married since 1992 with three adult children.
