State Sen. Brian Jones (R-Calif.)
Recent News About State Sen. Brian Jones (R-Calif.)
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Gloria Romero joins GOP amid dissatisfaction with Democratic leadership
Today, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones of San Diego extended a welcome to former California State Senate Democratic Majority Leader Gloria Romero as she announced her decision to join the Republican Party.
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Republican leaders criticize new retail theft bills for ignoring Proposition 47
Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones (R-San Diego) and Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (R-Yuba City) issued a statement today following the approval of several bills by California lawmakers aimed at targeting retail theft. The leaders criticized the legislation for not addressing Proposition 47, which they believe is a significant factor in the state's current crime wave.
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California Senate passes bipartisan bill addressing sexually violent predator placements
The California Senate has unanimously approved Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones’s (R-San Diego) bipartisan Senate Bill 1074, known as the “Sexually Violent Predator Accountability, Fairness, and Enforcement Act” (SAFE Act). The bill received strong bipartisan support, with thousands of Californians signing a petition in favor of the legislation.
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Mostra Coffee named "Small Business of the Year" for Senate District 40
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) has named Mostra Coffee as the 2024 “Small Business of the Year” for Senate District 40, and recognized ten other "Top Small Businesses" in the district.
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Senate committee passes SAFE Act for protection against sexually violent predators
The Senate Appropriations Committee has unanimously passed Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones’s (R-San Diego) bipartisan Senate Bill 1074, also known as the “Sexually Violent Predator Accountability, Fairness, and Enforcement Act” (SAFE Act). The SAFE Act is designed to protect communities from sexually violent predators (SVPs), who are individuals convicted of at least one sexually violent offense and diagnosed with a mental disorder that predisposes them to be a danger to others.
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Leader Jones releases video criticizing open border policy in San Diego
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) has released a video detailing the purported failures of the Biden Administration's open border policy in San Diego. The video also criticizes California Democrat politicians for allegedly providing free healthcare to all illegal immigrants.
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Senate minority leader criticizes approval of new electricity charge
Senate Minority Leader Jones has issued a statement in response to the California Public Utilities Commission's (CPUC) approval of a new $24.15 fixed charge for SDG&E, PG&E, and SCE customers. The commission, comprised of members hand-selected by Governor Newsom, has come under fire from Jones who criticized their decision as being out of touch with the struggles of ordinary Californians.
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California Republican Leaders Take Action Against Illegal Protests on College Campuses
California Legislative Republican Leaders have announced budget action to address the rise of illegal and violent protests on state colleges and universities in the state. Senate Minority Leader Jones (R-San Diego) and Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (R-Yuba City) have proposed measures to tackle the issue effectively.Leader Jones emphasized, "Violence and illegal activity of any kind is NOT protected by the First Amendment." He stressed the need for university administrations to ensure campus safety and prevent unlawful activities. Leader Jones also...
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Senate Energy Committee Rejects Cost of Living Reduction Act
The Senate Energy, Utilities, and Communications Committee has rejected the Cost of Living Reduction Act, proposed by Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego), which aimed to repeal an uncapped, fixed charge on electricity bills in California. Leader Jones expressed disappointment at the committee's decision, stating, "It’s shameful that all 14 Democrats on the Senate Energy Committee refused to even cast a vote on the Cost of Living Reduction Act."The measure sought to address concerns over the high fixed charge on electrical bills, which Jones believed was...
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Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones Introduces Cost of Living Reduction Act to Repeal Electricity Fixed Charge
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) is set to present his Senate Bill 1326, also known as the "Cost of Living Reduction Act," before the Senate Energy, Utilities, and Communications Committee. The bill aims to immediately repeal an unfair law authorizing the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to impose an uncapped, fixed charge on electrical bills.The background for this proposed legislation stems from the passage of Assembly Bill 205 in 2022, where Democrat lawmakers mandated the CPUC to add uncapped, income-graduated fixed charges on...
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Senate Public Safety Committee Rejects Bipartisan Solution to Clearing Inhumane Homeless Encampments
The Senate Public Safety Committee rejected Senate Bill 1011, a bipartisan measure aimed at compassionately clearing homeless encampments, despite strong support from a variety of stakeholders, including Dr. Drew Pinsky, local government officials, and formerly homeless individuals.Leader Jones expressed disappointment at the Committee's decision, stating, “California’s homelessness crisis is dangerous, inhumane, and unacceptable.” He criticized the majority party members for their opposition to new approaches and emphasized the importance of finding real solutions to the...
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Leader Jones Speaks Out Against Newsom Appointees on Senate Floor
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) took a firm stance against Governor Gavin Newsom's appointees to the Board of Parole Hearings, expressing his concerns on the Senate Floor. Jones criticized the current Board of Parole 'Commissioners' for their actions, stating, “Today’s Board of Parole ‘Commissioners’ are obsessed with freeing up bed space, closing prisons, and releasing killers, rapists, and torturers.” He highlighted the lack of faith crime victims and their families have in the board, citing reports of censorship of victim testimonies and submissions....
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Jones's measure to protect communities from sexually violent predators unanimously passes
The Senate Public Safety Committee has unanimously approved Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones’s bipartisan Senate Bill 1074, known as the “Sexually Violent Predator Accountability, Fairness, and Enforcement Act” (SAFE Act). The bill, designed to protect communities from sexually violent predators, received strong bipartisan support.Leader Jones expressed gratitude for the committee's understanding of the need to safeguard neighborhoods and families from dangerous predators. He emphasized the importance of the SAFE Act in addressing the alarming release program for...
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Leader Jones Selects Ginger Couvrette as "Woman of the Year" for Senate District 40
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) has honored Ginger Couvrette as the 2024 "Woman of the Year" for Senate District 40, alongside 10 other "Distinguished Women" of the district. Jones praised Couvrette's dedication to community betterment, stating, "From her pivotal roles in education and real estate to her extensive volunteer work and leadership positions, her contributions have truly transformed Poway."Ginger Couvrette, a dedicated community leader and resident of Poway for 30 years, has been actively involved in various initiatives and organizations...
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Republicans oppose bill over alleged connections with Governor Newsom
Today, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) expressed concerns regarding Assembly Bill 610 on the Senate Floor.
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Senator Jones criticizes Panera Bread's exemption from California's minimum wage law
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones has criticized the exemption granted to Panera Bread from California's new $20-an-hour minimum wage law for fast food chains.
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Governor Newsom shifts stance on Medi-Cal expansion for undocumented immigrants
In 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom expressed concerns about expanding Medi-Cal to cover undocumented senior immigrants due to potential budgetary impacts.
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Jones introduces bill to repeal income-based electrical charge
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones has introduced the Cost of Living Reduction Act, also known as Senate Bill 1326.
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Leader Jones praises police after major Alpine fentanyl bust
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones has expressed his appreciation for law enforcement following a significant drug bust in Alpine, which is within his district.
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Bipartisan bill targets safer placement process for sexually violent predators
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones and Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil have introduced a bipartisan measure aimed at enhancing public safety concerning the release of Sexually Violent Predators (SVPs).