Press Releases

California State Senate becomes first and only state legislative body in the nation to pass resolution on human rights in Gaza

Senate Concurrent Resolution 105, Human Rights in Gaza, is spearheaded by Dr. Aisha Wahab



Senator Wahab Introduces Resolution on Human Rights in Gaza

“Both Israelis and Palestinians deserve safety, dignity, and a peaceful future — California must stand on the side of humanity,” says Senator Wahab.



Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab Delivers Major Housing Protections, Affordability Wins, and Over $1.4 Billion in Investments for California Residents

SACRAMENTO —State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab’s (D-Silicon Valley) comprehensive package of policies and over $1.4 billion in housing investments were signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.



Senator Wahab Advances Bold Legislation to Protect Consumers from Unfair Pricing Practices

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab (D–Silicon Valley) has passed through the Senate two key consumer protection bills that tackle hidden, unfair, and algorithm-driven pricing tactics.



Protecting Families, Senator Wahab’s SB 257 Passes the Senate

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab’s (D-Silicon Valley) PARENT Act—Senate Bill (SB) 257—passed the Senate and is now in the Assembly. SB 257 protects access to maternity care by banning health insurers from discriminating against surrogates and by making pregnancy a qualifying life event for enrolling in health insurance.



Protecting Our Seniors, Senator Wahab’s Lifesaving Assisted Living Bills Passes the Senate

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab ( D-Silicon Valley) authored two vital assisted living bills Senate Bill (SB) 433 and SB 435—both passing the Senate—bringing hope, safety, and dignity to some of our most vulnerable residents.



Fighting for Fair Pay Senator Wahab’s SB 261 Passes the Senate

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab’s Senate Bill (SB) 261, Wage Theft Judgments, passed the Senate and will be heading to the Assembly. This bill will strengthen enforcement of wage theft judgments by shining a public spotlight on delinquent employers and adding triple penalties for judgments that are long overdue.



Making California Home Senator Wahab’s Housing Legislation Passes Senate

Sacramento, CA — State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab’s (D–Silicon Valley) housing package continues its success in the Senate with seven bills advancing to the Assembly.