Press Releases

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 1390, authored by Assemblymember José Luis Solache (D-Lynwood), to modernize monthly compensation levels for members of school district and county boards of education.

"Serving as a school board trustee is a demanding role that requires a great deal of time, research, training, public engagement, and commitment," said Assemblymember Solache. "While...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 562, the Placing Foster Youth with Families Act, authored by Assemblymember José Luis Solache (D–Lynwood). The new law strengthens California's foster care system by ensuring that more foster youth are placed with relatives, keeping children connected to their families, cultures, and communities.

"Every child deserves the chance to grow...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 594, authored by Assemblymember José Luis Solache (D-Lynwood) and sponsored by California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, to strengthen protections for students enrolled in college or university health insurance plans.

AB 594 allows people who are no longer enrolled as students at a college or university to withdraw from their...

PARAMOUNT, CA – On Friday, August 15, Assemblymember José Luis Solache, Jr., Chair of the Assembly Committee on Economic Development, Growth, and Housing Impact (EDGHI), will bring together local leaders, workforce experts, and small business advocates for an informational hearing at Paramount City Hall to address California's growing affordability crisis.

The hearing, Making Sense of California...

SACRAMENTO, CA — Assemblymember José Luis Solache (D-Lynwood) is proud to announce that AB 466, his first bill to be signed into law, has been officially approved by Governor Gavin Newsom. Sponsored by Donate Life California, the legislation brings life-saving education about organ, eye, and tissue donation to students across California's public higher education institutions.

"Organ, eye, and...

San Marcos, CA — As the rising cost of living continues to challenge working families across California, Assemblymember José Luis Solache joined Assemblymember Dr. Darshana Patel for a landmark informational hearing on affordability, economic pressure, and solutions rooted in community resilience.

The hearing, held at California State University San Marcos, marked the latest stop on the...

SACRAMENTO, CA - Today, Assemblymember Jose Luis Solache Jr. (D-Lynwood) released the following statement regarding the 2025-26 California State Budget passed by the Legislature:

“As your representative, I am proud to support a budget that protects the health, dignity, and future of our communities. At a time when so many families are struggling to make ends meet, this budget delivers on our...

PARAMOUNT, CA — Today, Assemblymember Jose Luis Solache (D–Lynwood) responded to alarming immigration enforcement activity in the City of Paramount, where multiple ICE and Border Patrol vehicles were seen entering the Paramount Business Park on Alondra Boulevard. Assemblymember Solache personally observed the scene and remained on-site throughout the day to monitor the situation, share updates...

(Sacramento, CA) — On Friday, December 27, Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas) announced Assemblymember José Luis Solache, Jr. (D-Lynwood) as the Chair of the Assembly Committee on Economic Development, Growth, and Household Impact. Assemblymember Solache looks forward to applying his extensive business and economic development background in this committee leadership role.

(SACRAMENTO, CA) – José Luis Solache, Jr. (D-Lynwood) was sworn in today by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas) to serve as California's newest Member of the State Assembly. Solache was elected to represent the cities and communities of Bellflower, Huntington Park, Lakewood, Lynwood, Maywood, Paramount, South Gate, and Walnut Park.

"As a son of hard working immigrant parents, I am proud to...