A successful CalFresh program has relaunched in November to make healthy fruits and vegetables more affordable.

About one year ago, a group of 12th grade students from the California School for the Deaf-Fremont (CSD) came up with a legislative proposal to increase the visibility of their school. Now, Assemblymember Lee’s bill that was inspired by their idea has been signed by the Governor.

The Governor has signed 8 bills authored by Assemblymember Alex Lee, legislation that tackles a range of issues including access to potable water, sustainable transportation, food security and more. 

Big Oil’s price spikes cost Californians billions at the gas pump.

Assemblymember Alex Lee released the following statement after the Governor vetoed the Assemblymember’s bill AB 3031, which aimed to improve the health, safety, and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ community members.

A CalFresh pilot project served tens of thousands of people by improving access to healthy food. The project, known as the CalFresh Fruit and Vegetable Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) Pilot Project, benefited both low-income Californians and the agricultural economy.

The Governor has signed Assemblymember Alex Lee’s legislation to streamline train electrification projects. AB 2503 advances California’s climate goals by helping transit agencies electrify their fleets more rapidly. 

As October approaches, Assemblymember Alex Lee’s legislation, House Resolution 112, celebrates the month as Filipino American History Month in recognition of the contributions and achievements of Filipino Americans. 

The Governor has signed Assemblymember Alex Lee’s bill to improve access to safe drinking water in disadvantaged communities. AB 2454 will protect the health and wellbeing of tenants who rely on well water. The bill ensures that domestic well owners participate in free well testing programs, and provide tenants with safe drinking water if needed. 

In celebration of Latino Heritage Month, Assemblymember Alex Lee honored 6 Latino community leaders and a Latino-owned local business alongside the event’s co-host San José City Councilmember Peter Ortiz. Together, they recognized the honorees for their dedication to making a difference in their communities.