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Senate Minority Leader Jones Urges “Friendly Veto” of Measure Legalizing Psychedelics

September 11, 2023

Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) sent a letter to Governor Newsom urging a “friendly veto” of Senate Bill 58 (Wiener, D-San Francisco). If not vetoed, SB 58 will decriminalize the

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Senate Democrats Don’t Care about Public Safety

Leader Jones Requests Update from Pro Tem Atkins on Fentanyl “Workgroup”

August 31, 2023

With just two weeks left in the 2023 legislative session, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) delivered a letter to Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins (D-San Diego) requesting an

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Leader Jones Congratulates McGuire on Senate President Pro Tem Election, Emphasizes Bipartisanship

August 28, 2023

SACRAMENTO - Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) issued the following statement on Senator Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg) being elected today as the next Senate President Pro Tempore:

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California Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones

Leader Jones’s Airport Bill Flies to Governor’s Desk with Unanimous Approval

August 24, 2023

Today, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) announced his Senate Bill 654, a measure sponsored by his constituents, unanimously passed off the Assembly Floor. SB 654 addresses ambiguity

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Leader Jones’s Measure to Protect Human Trafficking Victims Unanimously Passes Key Committee

June 28, 2023

Today, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) announced that his measure to protect human trafficking victims and make it easier to prosecute human trafficking perpetrators unanimously

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Jones’s request to audit Liberty Healthcare unanimously approved

June 26, 2023

Today, the Joint Legislative Audit Committee unanimously approved a request by Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) to audit Liberty Healthcare’s long-running exclusive contract to

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Leader Jones praises Democrats on San Diego City Council for acting on homeless encampments

June 14, 2023

Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) praised the San Diego City Council, comprised of entirely Democrat members, for passing the Unsafe Camping Ordinance, accomplishing what Capitol

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Leader Jones praises Democrats on San Diego City Council for acting on homeless encampments

Senate Minority Leader Jones and San Diego City Councilmember LaCava Announce Bipartisan Amendment Success

June 7, 2023

In a bipartisan and intergovernmental cooperation success, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) and San Diego City Councilmember Joe LaCava (D-San Diego) successfully introduced to the

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California Senate Republicans Condemn Inexcusable Invitation to Leader of Anti-Catholic Group

June 1, 2023

Today, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) and all members of the California Senate Republican Caucus sent a letter to the Senate President pro Tempore requesting that she retract the

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Senate Passes Leader Jones’s Measure to Help Fix Teacher Shortage

May 31, 2023

Today, legislation by Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) to help fix California’s teacher shortage was approved by the State Senate with strong bipartisan support. Senate Bill 811

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Senate Democrats Don’t Care about Public Safety

May 25, 2023

Today, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) called out Senate Democrats on the Senate Floor for their failure to care about public safety as it relates to gun violence and fentanyl

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California Senate Republicans Eager to Work with Governor Newsom on Bipartisan Solutions for CEQA Overhaul

May 19, 2023

Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) and Senate Minority Caucus Chair Janet Nguyen (R-Huntington Beach) have released the following statements in response to Governor Newsom’s

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Senator Brian Jones introduces bills to lower gas prices and tackle homelessness on day one of his new Senate term

December 6, 2022

Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) announced today introducing three bills immediately upon being sworn into office yesterday. “Two of the biggest issues California is facing are skyrocketing

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Senator Brian Jones humbled and grateful for reelection to the State Senate

November 16, 2022

Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) this afternoon issued the following statement after the most recent vote count put him over 20,000 votes ahead in the race for Senate District 40 (with less than 80

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ICYMI: Senator Brian Jones’s opinion piece on homelessness published in California Globe

October 26, 2022

Today, California Globe, a nonpartisan and independent news organizationcovering state news, published “Sen. Jones’ Multi-Pronged Approach to Removing Homeless Encampments,” an exclusive op-ed on

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Senator Brian Jones earns perfect score on legislation affecting small businesses and their employees

October 25, 2022

On its recent “CalChamber Vote Record,” the California Chamber of Commerce announced that Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) was the only State Senator to receive a perfect score, concurring with the

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Senator Brian Jones honors Lance Corporal Casandra Howland, Claudia Sanchez, and Pedro Villegas for Hispanic Heritage Month

October 17, 2022

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) recently presented California State Senate Certificates to Lance Corporal Casandra M. Howland, USMC; restaurant owner

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Senator Brian Jones honors Corporal Casandra Howland, Claudia Sanchez, and Pedro Villegas for Hispanic Heritage Month

Bipartisan efforts of Brian Jones and Antonio Villaraigosa break ground on expanded broadband network

October 14, 2022

POWAY– Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) and State Infrastructure Advisor Antonio Villaraigosa yesterday lead a groundbreaking ceremony on Highway 67 near Poway for the first leg of the $3.6 billion

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Senator Jones: Special legislative session on rising gas prices a good idea, just a little late

October 13, 2022

Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) today issued the following statement about Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent call for a special legislative session on rising gas prices to convene on December 5th:

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Governor Newsom signs into law eight bipartisan bills authored by Senator Brian Jones

October 3, 2022

Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) announces today the success of his 2022 legislative portfolio, which includes bills related to homelessness, disability access, and streamlining business licensure

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Newsom signs Jones’s measure to help foster kids with health care needs

September 30, 2022

Governor Gavin Newsom today signed into law Senate Bill 528, a measure by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee), which will help with the health needs of foster children. SB 528 specifically ensures that

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Jones’s measure expanding opportunities for Licensed Vocational Nurses signed into law

September 29, 2022

A measure by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee), which will expand the job opportunities for Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), was signed into law last night. Jones’s Senate Bill 994 specifically

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Governor Newsom, Senator Brian Jones, and a bipartisan group of legislators announce new laws aimed at helping tackle housing and homelessness issues

September 28, 2022

Governor Gavin Newsom, Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee), and several other legislators held a bill signing ceremony in San Francisco at 4200 Geary Blvd., (the site of a planned senior community under

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Jones’s measure to help seniors, persons with disabilities, and children with financial matters is signed into law

September 28, 2022

A measure by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) to help seniors, persons with disabilities, and children continue receiving professional assistance in managing financial matters was signed into law

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Professional Assistance in Managing Financial Matters

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Senator Jones Helps Out at Feeding America Event

December 15, 2021

El Cajon, CA – State Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) worked alongside “Feeding America” volunteers today during a drive-thru food distribution event held at Grossmont College. “The most caring and

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Senator Jones Helps Out at Feeding America Event

Senator Jones Participates in Terminal 1 Groundbreaking at San Diego International Airport

December 13, 2021

SACRAMENTO – State Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee), along with many other officials and luminaries, held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new “Terminal 1” this morning at the San Diego International

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Senator Brian Jones (right end of the line) at the Terminal 1 groundbreaking ceremony.

Jones’ 2021- 22 Senate Fellow Starts This Week

December 8, 2021

Sacramento, CA – State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) announced that Emily Ann Miller started this week as a Senate Fellow in his Capitol Office. “Emily brings an extensive and enthusiastic background

Jones and other Senate Republicans request EDD audit hearing

October 22, 2021

Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) and other Senate Republicans have requested a hearing of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC) to review whether the Employment Development Department (EDD)

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Media Advisory: Senator Brian Jones Encourages Participation in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 20, 2021

Who? Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee), the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency and state and local law enforcement officials. What? “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day” allows for the safe disposal of

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Jones’s measure helping protect foster children from child labor trafficking signed into law

October 6, 2021

A measure authored by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) to help keep foster children from becoming victims of child labor trafficking was signed into law by Governor Newsom. Senate Bill 584 expands

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Jones’s Measure Helping Homeless Students Signed into Law

September 30, 2021

A measure authored by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) aimed at assisting homeless students was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. Jones’s Senate Bill 400 implements a recommendation from the

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Jones’s Measure to Ensure Confidentiality in Conservatorship Cases Signed into Law

September 29, 2021

Conservatorship legislation authored by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee), and based on recommendations of the California State Auditor, was signed into law by Governor Newsom. Specifically, Jones’s

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Two of Jones’s measures Helping Kids gain Final Legislative Approval

September 9, 2021

Two measures, authored by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee), were both unanimously given final legislative approval by the California State Senate. Jones’s Senate Bill 400 would implement a

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Legislation would assist homeless students and help protect vulnerable kids from child labor traffickers

Jones’s measure to provide PPE to social workers clears Legislature, goes to Governor

September 1, 2021

Sacramento – Legislation authored by Senator Brian W. Jones (R-Santee) to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to social workers was unanimously approved by the State Senate. Specifically

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Jones: California’s unemployment claims are skyrocketing but employers are unable to fill vacant positions. Are you kidding me???!!!

August 24, 2021

State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today released the latest edition of his acclaimed “Are You Kidding Me?” (AYKM) video series questioning government actions and decisions that just don’t make any

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CA Unemployment Claims Skyrocket but Employers Can't Fill Positions

Jones: Crime skyrockets as Democrat leaders abandon law-abiding families

July 28, 2021

State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today released the latest edition of his acclaimed “Are You Kidding Me?” (AYKM) video series questioning government actions and decisions that just don’t make any

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Senator Jones Praises Judge for Restaurant Ruling

December 17, 2020

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) commends Superior Court Judge Joel Wohlfeil’s injunction blocking San Diego County from enforcing restaurant closure mandates. Specifically, the judge said

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Senator Jones Joins Bi-Partisan Group in Defending Restaurant Employees

December 15, 2020

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) and ten other Senators sent a strongly worded letter to Governor Gavin Newsom on behalf of out of work restaurant employees and owners suffering during the

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Senator Jones Hosts Virtual Holiday Open House

December 10, 2020

El Cajon – Last night, Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) and staff members from his offices in El Cajon, Escondido, and the State Capitol participated in a “virtual” (online) holiday open house along

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Senator Jones Coauthors COVID Relief Bill Package

December 8, 2020

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) announced today that he has coauthored three legislative measures by Assemblyman Kevin Kiley (R-Rocklin) aimed at assisting California workers, business

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Jones' Senate Fellow Starts Today

December 7, 2020

Sacramento, CA – State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) announced that Brixton Layne started today as a Senate Fellow in his Capitol Office. “Brixton brings a diverse background and wide variety of

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Senator Jones Earns High Vote Score from California Chamber of Commerce

November 18, 2020

El Cajon – On its recent “Cal Chamber Vote Record,” the California Chamber of Commerce announced that Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) received a 90% score, concurring with the Chamber’s position on 9

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It is the time for choosing and action

November 16, 2020

As regional leaders, we face unprecedented challenges. The decisions we make today to address those challenges will be felt by those we serve long after we leave office.

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Jones’ Measure Extending for Skate Parks Signed into Law

September 29, 2020

Sacramento – Senate Bill 1003, a measure authored by State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) which extends the immunity from liability that local governments receive when operating skate parks, was

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Jones' Measure Reducing Licensing Burdens on Californians Signed Into Law

September 25, 2020

Sacramento – A measure by State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) to reduce the licensing burden on working Californians was signed into law last night by Governor Gavin Newsom. Jones’ Senate Bill 878

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Jones Promotes Senate Fellow to Legislative and Communications Aide

September 18, 2020

El Cajon, CA – State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today announced that he has promoted Senate Fellow Nina Krishel to the position of Legislative and Communications Aide in his Capitol Office. “Nina

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Jones: Pandemic is No Excuse to Enact Control

August 24, 2020

Sacramento, CA – State Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today released the latest edition of his acclaimed “Are You Kidding Me?” (AYKM) video series questioning government actions and decisions that

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Senator Brian Jones, Red Cross & CVS Hosting a Blood Donation Day in El Cajon

August 6, 2020

Who? Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee), representatives of the American Red Cross of San Diego, CVS, and local community leaders. What? The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be in El Cajon for local

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Senator Jones: "Forced and tampered voter registrations at the DMV need to end now!"

December 17, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today referenced recent media reports of Californians having their voter registration wrongly changed by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in

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Senator Jones Honors Three Brothers Who Earned National Eagle Scout Awards

November 27, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) yesterday met with and presented official Senate Certificates of Recognition to three local brothers who all earned their National Eagle Scout awards on the

Senator Jones Earns "A" Grade from Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association

November 21, 2019

El Cajon – On its recent “2019 Legislative Report Card,” the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association (HJTA) announced that Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) received an “A” grade and scored 100%, concurring

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Senator Jones Earns Perfect Vote Score from California Chamber of Commerce

November 19, 2019

El Cajon – On its recent “Cal Chamber Vote Record,” the California Chamber of Commerce announced that Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) received a perfect score, concurring with the Chamber’s position on

Senator Brian Jones to Host Legislative Open House

October 23, 2019

Who? Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) and his wife Heather, local East County area officials, community leaders and residents along with a diverse group of non-profits. What? Legislative Open House will

Senator Jones Asks Governor to Sign Measure Increasing Available DMV Appointment Times

October 8, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today sent the following letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting that he sign Assembly Bill 317, a measure by Assemblymember Tyler Diep (R-Westminster)

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Senator Jones asks Governor to Veto Measure that Would Sell-off OHV Land

October 4, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today sent the following letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting a veto of Assembly Bill 1086, a measure by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D-Orinda)

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Senator Jones asks Governor to Sign Measure Allowing Terminally Ill Patients to Use Medical Cannabis

October 3, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today sent the following letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting that he sign Senate Bill 305, a measure by Senator Ben Hueso (D-San Diego), to enact “Ryan

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Senator Jones asks Governor to Veto Measure that Would Abolish the American Independent Party

October 2, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today sent the following letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting a veto of Senate Bill 696, a measure by Senator Tom Umberg (D-Santa Ana), which would

Senator Jones asks Governor to Sign Measure Expediting Rape Kit Testing

October 1, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today sent the following letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting that he sign Senate Bill 22, a measure by Senator Connie Leyva (D-Chino), which would

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Senator Jones asks Governor to Veto Measure that would Reduce Sentences of Repeat Offenders

September 30, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today sent the following letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting a veto of Senate Bill 136, a measure by Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco), which

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Senator Jones Asks Governor to Veto Measure that Withholds Funds Owed to Homeowners

September 27, 2019

El Cajon – Senator Brian Jones (R-Santee) today sent the following letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting a veto on Senate Bill 113, a measure designed to circumvent a court ordered payment of

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