MONTEREY – Assemblymember Dawn Addis (D-Morro Bay), released the following statement following the announcement that Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 715, Educational Equity: Discrimination: antisemitism prevention.
"I'm a mom and a teacher and I couldn't be more grateful to Governor Newsom for signing AB 715. This is a historic first in the nation effort that centers on the wellbeing of children across our state, many of whom bravely shared horrific stories about their experiences in our schools. When we hear what these kids and families have faced, we know we have to act. California has always set the standard for inclusive education and this legislation reinforces that commitment. I am deeply grateful to Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur for being lead author, to the Jewish Caucus for prioritizing this policy, and to the community for fighting so hard. In protecting Jewish students we take a step forward in protecting all students from hate and discrimination."
Dawn Addis was elected to the California State Assembly in 2022 to represent the coastal 30th Assembly District, which includes San Luis Obispo, Monterey, and Santa Cruz Counties. She is the Chair of the Assembly Budget Subcommittee 1 on Health.
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