Assemblymember Tasha Boerner

Assemblymember Tasha Boerner white logo with a Legislative Updates title and an arrow pointing right

AB 86 - Health education Instructional materials Standardizes health education for grades K-8 by requiring the State Board of Education to adopt instructional materials for health education Senate Appropriations AB 87 - Density bonus law Ensures that proposed developments utilizing the Density Bonus Law incorporate affordable residential housing, rather than hotels Senate Floor AB 399 - Blue carbon projects in coastal developments Authorizes the California Coastal Commission to add blue carbon projects to the list of potential mitigation measures when approving coastal development permits Senate Appropriations

AB 705 - CPUC Inspector general Establishes an Inspector General and the Independent Office of Audits and Investigations to provide transparency and accountability into the CPUC’s internal operations and management Senate Appropriations AB 823 - Protecting Californians from toxic microbeads Bans the sale of non-rinse-off personal care products and cleaning products containing plastic microbeads used as an abrasive to clean, exfoliate, or polish by January 1, 2029, and personal care products containing plastic glitter by January 1, 2030 Senate Appropriations AB 968 - protecting access to non-hormonal birth control Allows pharmacists to prescribe self-administered non-hormonal contraception Senate Appropriations

AB 1017 - reporting gas & electric distribution capacities Ensures that electricity and gas rates are set by a more transparent process and requires gas and electric companies to include their distribution capacity in their annual reports to the CPUC Senate Energy AB 1286 - the public official employment transparency act Requires an elected or appointed official to disclose on their Form 700 any arrangements for prospective employment Assembly Floor

The California Legislature is just about to approach the End of Session, the time when bills are passed in both the Assembly and Senate houses, concluding the first year of the two-year legislative calendar. Here is a legislative update:

#LegislativeUpdate #CALeg

A picture of a pharmacist in a pharmacy. AB 968 Protecting Access to Non-Hormonal Birth Control in white font. A magenta text box states that the bill passed Senate Business, Professions, & Economic Development.

#AB968 PASSED Senate Business, Professions, & Economic Development this morning! ✅

California is ensuring everyone continues to have access to birth control. AB 968 would allow pharmacists to prescribe self-administered FDA-approved non-hormonal contraception.

Assemblymember Boerner has decided to hold AB 353, a bill that would have resulted in affordable internet plans for low-income Californians. The following is her statement on the decision:   “Unfortunately, due to President Trump’s drastic new changes (https://www.ntia.gov/other-publication/2025/fact-sheet-ending-biden-s-broadband-burdens) to the Broadband, Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, I have made the difficult decision to shelve my legislation that requires internet service providers to provide affordable home broadband internet to low-income Californians. The new BEAD program regulations implemented by the Trump’s loyalists at the NTIA push the bounds of federal jurisdiction over state’s rights, as we have seen over and over with this dangerous Administration. Although I fundamentally disagree about the federal government’s authority to preempt California’s rights in this space, the change has introduced too much legal uncertainty and put at risk $1.86 billion dollars in federal broadband infrastructure funding that I know the Trump administration would take joy in keeping from Californians. President Trump’s new rules only serve to benefit corporate internet service providers taking public subsidies at the expense of low-income Americans.”   “Although I am pausing my bill for now, I am committed to working with my colleague Senator Durazo on her effort to expand the state’s existing Lifeline telecommunications program to allow support for home internet access. I look forward to working my colleagues in the Assembly and the Senate to make sure no Californians are left without an essential service that impact their ability to participate in everyday life.”

I have decided to hold AB 353, a bill that would have resulted in affordable internet plans for low-income Californians. The following is my statement on the decision:

President Trump’s Changes To BEAD: www.ntia.gov/other-public...

✅ AB 87, my bill on Density Bonus, passed the Senate Housing Committee 7-0, with unanimous, bipartisan support!

This legislation ensures that California’s Density Bonus Law is used as intended - to build affordable homes and not luxury hotels.

#CALeg #AffordableHousing

#AB823 to ban toxic plastic microbeads PASSED the Senate Judiciary Committee with unanimous, bipartisan support!

If signed, AB 823 would be first in the nation to ban plastic glitter and plastic microbeads in cleaning products.

An image of personal care products in plastic with the words "AB 823 Protecting Californians from Toxic Microbeads Passes Senate Environmental Quality" with the California State Assembly Logo and Assemblymember Tasha Boerner, District 77.

#AB823 to ban toxic plastic microbeads PASSED the Senate Environmental Quality Committee! 🌊🌿

Plastic pollution is a public health emergency. These tiny toxins end up in our oceans, our food, & our bodies. #AB823 takes a bold step to protect Californians, our communities, & the environment we love.

✅#AB1286 — the Public Official Employment Transparency Act - just passed the Senate Elections Committee!

This bill requires elected or appointed officials to disclose any job offers or employment negotiations on their Form 700, so the public knows when officials are planning their next move

Happy Birthday to my colleague & friend, @asmdarshana.bsky.social! 🎈🎉🎈

Your leadership, compassion, & commitment to serving your district inspires us all. Here’s to continuing to make a difference!

Tea’s always brewing in the Capitol! ☕️

#TeamTasha is sipping in style with our brand new mugs — featuring my state logo and the Tea Time with Tasha podcast logo! Whether it’s policy or podcasting, we’ve got the perfect cup for it. 💙🎙️🍵

#TeaTimeWithTasha

YouTube video by Asm. Tasha B Tea Time with Tasha and Assemblymember Jessica Caloza

🎥✨ We’re LIVE with a brand new episode of Tea Time with Tasha! ☕💬

My next guest is Assemblymember Jessica Caloza, who represents the 52nd Assembly District here in California. Legislature.

Watch here: youtu.be/zUEgJW4DLCo?...

#TeaTimeWithTasha #CALeg #WomenInLeadership #PublicService

Assemblymember Boerner is seated at the dais for an oversight hearing on Transportation Network Companies in California.

🚗💬 Did you know the California State Legislature calls Uber and Lyft Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) - and that as Chair of the Assembly Committee on Communications & Conveyance, I help oversee them?

I recently held a hearing to dive into how CA regulates TNCs, while encouraging innovation.

My Tasha B. Special — #AB1017 passed the Senate Energy Committee with unanimous, bipartisan support! ⚡

✅ AB 1017 — Reporting Gas & Electric Distribution Capacities: This bill would ensure that electricity and gas rates are set by a more transparent process.

#CALeg

Asking questions is a fundamental part of American democracy, and everyone’s right to do so must be protected.

The graphic includes a picture of the California Capitol & Assemblymember Boerner. It is a legislative update providing a list of all bills that passed the Assembly Floor: AB 86 - Health Education Instruction Materials, AB 399 - Blue Carbon Projects in Coastal Developments, AB 705 - CPUC Inspector General, AB 968 - Protecting Access to Non-Hormonal Birth Control, & AB 1017 - Reporting Gas & Electric Distribution Capacities

🏛️There are just a few bills left on the Assembly Floor, but I am happy to report these bills are moving forward in the legislative process! 🎉

Learn more about the legislation I’m working on here: a77.asmdc.org/2025-legisla...

The California Capitol is pictured in the background with a magenta triangle. The graphic includes bills that passed Assembly Appropriations. Those bills include: AB 86 - Health Education Instructional Materials, AB 353 - Affordable Home Internet, AB 399 - Blue Carbon Projects in Coastal Developments, AB 705 - California Public Utilities Commission Inspector General, & AB 823 - Protecting Californians from Toxic Microbeads.

I am happy to report that these Tasha B. Specials passed Assembly Appropriations! 🎉

For a summary of my bills, visit my website here: a77.asmdc.org/2025-legisla....

Assemblymember Boerner is pictured with Senate Majority Leader Senator Lena Gonzalez at Long Beach Pride.

🌈 My friend & colleague, Senate Majority Leader @senatorgonzalez.bsky.social, invited me to her district to celebrate #LongBeachPride.

Pride is more than a celebration—it's a reminder that representation and allyship matter.

#Pride2025 #CaliforniaForAll #LGBTQAlly

Assemblymember Boerner & UC Vice Chair of Regents Anguiano pictured in Assemblymember Boerner's capitol office.

We were honored to welcome UC Regent Vice Chair Maria Anguiano to Sacramento as she championed the power of higher education! Her dedication to expanding access and opportunity for all California students is inspiring.
#HigherEdAdvocacy

Assemblymember Boerner presents AB 1286. She is holding her microphone and is smiling. At the left corner is AB 1286 Boerner with the title Political Reform Act of 1974: Prospective Employment

🚨 Transparency Win! 🚨

#AB1286 — the Public Official Employment Transparency Act — just PASSED the Assembly Floor. ✅

I look forward to seeing this bill move forward in the legislative process. Next stop - the Senate!

#GoodGovernment #TransparencyMatters

Picture of Assemblymember Boerner’s team

Happy Birthday to our hardworking Legislative Aide, Christian Filbrun!🎉

He plays an important role in our team, staffing critical legislation & bringing laughter to our office!

Have a great day, Christian!

Assemblymember Boerner presenting AB 353 on Affordable Home Internet in Assembly Communications & Conveyance

#AB353, my bill on Affordable Home Internet, passed out of Assembly Communications & Conveyance!

Broadband affordability is not an urban versus rural issue, nor does it have to be a partisan issue. We all should agree that broadband is an essential service that must be affordable for all.

Broadband affordability is not an urban versus rural issue, nor does it have to be a partisan issue. #AB353 would require internet service providers operating in CA to offer affordable home internet to eligible residents

🎥 TUNE IN AT 1:30 PM: www.assembly.ca.gov/media-live-e...

Assemblymember Tasha Boerner & the team take a picture together for Denim Day in the Capitol Office.

Today, #TeamTasha proudly wears denim in solidarity with survivors for #DenimDay. Sexual Assault Awareness Month is a powerful reminder that we must uplift survivors, believe their stories, and work together to end sexual violence. Together, we can build a safer world for everyone.

What we’re fighting for on #AdvocacyDay. Affordable Internet.Transparent Pricing. Community Investment. Accountability. www.digitalequityla.org

This Wed Apr 30th, NextGen will join our CADE & DELA partners at the state Capitol for our annual #DigitalEquity Advocacy Day! 🛜 The mission remains; all CA communities deserve fast, reliable, & affordable internet. Let's do this!✊#DigitalEquityLA @cadigitalequity.bsky.social @asmtasha.bsky.social

AB 87 - Density Bonus Law PASSED Assembly Housing AB 823 - Protecting Californians from Toxic Microbeads PASSED Assembly Environmental Safety & Toxic Materials AB 968 - Protecting Access to Non-Hormonal Birth Control PASSED Assembly Business & Professions AB 1102 - Sea Level & Groundwater Rise Risk Assessments PASSED Assembly Environmental Safety & Toxic Materials

My legislative package is moving forward!

#TeamTasha is moving legislation forward to build a healthier, more equitable future for all. Here's what we're working on:

A picture of 5 women and a male from Assemblymember Boerner’s Office. At the center of the picture is Scheduler, Mary Cuevas, with flowers.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our amazing Scheduler, Mary Cuevas! 💐

She has been with our office for nearly a year & is well-organized. She ensures our office & environment are in tip-top shape!

#TeamTasha appreciates you more than you’ll ever know, Mary!🌸

YouTube video by Asm. Tasha B Tea Time with Tasha...and Assemblymember Mia Bonta

🎥 Episode 3 of Tea Time with Tasha is up now! 🎥

Get to know Assemblymember Mia Bonta (@asmmiabonta), how she got started in politics, and what she is working on this year.

🔗Check it out here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UNm...

#TeaTimewithTasha #AD77 #AD18 #CALeg #Podcast #WomeninPolitics

A picture of three women: Assemblymember Boerner, Asm. Dr. Darshana Patel, and City of Carlsbad Councilmember Teresa Acosta on the Assembly Floor.

We have a familiar face today at the Assembly Floor!

Councilmember Teresa Acosta is here for #CalCitiesWeek to advocate for local government at the State Capitol! 🏛️

#AD77 #AD76 #Carlsbad #CALeg

My #TashaBSpecials — #AB705 and #AB1017 — just passed out of the Assembly Utilities & Energy Committee with unanimous, bipartisan support! ✅

With everything from groceries to life just getting too expensive, we can’t let energy bills be the burden.

#EnergyAffordability #CALeg #UtilityRates

Assemblymember Boerner answers a question in Assembly Communications & Conveyance. At the bottom is a green logo with white font with the words "AB 693 Boerner Broadband State Oversight California State Assembly" with a gold logo of the State of California.

#AB693 PASSED Assembly Communications & Conveyance!

AB 693 proposes a bold, structural solution — creating a centralized state department. Digital access isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. 💻📶

#DigitalEquity #BroadbandForAll #CALeg

#AB823 to ban toxic plastic microbeads PASSED the Assembly Natural Resources Committee! 🌊🌿

👏 Huge thanks to our fierce allies 5 Gyres, Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, Californians Against Waste, and Clean Water Action California (@cleanh2oca.bsky.social) for championing this fight.