Press Releases

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson Fights to Preserve Inclusivity and Knowledge: Unveils AB 1078 to End Book Banning and Reject Extremist Agendas in California's Education System

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Sacramento - In the face of an alarming trend of book banning in our schools, Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson has taken a bold stance to confront the rising tide of white Christian nationalist extremism to stop the banning of books in California's classrooms.

Anitracism Bill Package Successfully Passes California State Assembly and Heads to State Senate

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Sacramento - The fight against systemic racism in California takes another step forward as two bills in the Anitracism Bill Package successfully passed the California State Assembly. These crucial bills, introduced by Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson, aim to address and eradicate racial disparities, discrimination, and inequities across various sectors of society. With overwhelming support from the Assembly, the bills now move on to the California State Senate, bringing hope for a more inclusive and just future.

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson Applauds Governor Newsom's Commitment to Critical Services amid $32 Billion Budget Deficit

Friday, May 12, 2023

Sacramento - Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson praises Governor Newsom's commitment to upholding essential services and ensuring that vital programs continue to meet the needs of our communities, with particular emphasis on the most vulnerable individuals, all while effectively managing the significant $32 billion budget deficit.

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson Leads First Hearing of Select Committee on California's Mental Health Crisis

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Committee Room, Members of the committee listening to testimony.

Sacramento - On May 2nd, Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson led the first hearing of the Select Committee on California's Mental Health Crisis. In his opening statement, Assemblymember Jackson highlighted the urgent need to address California's mental health crisis, which has only been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson hosts the Next Speaker of the Assembly, Robert Rivas for Tour of 60th Assembly District

Saturday, April 29, 2023

Tour in Downtown Perris with elected officials. In front of a coffee house.

Perris – On Saturday, April 29th Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson invited the next Speaker of the California State Assembly Robert Rivas to tour the 60th Assembly District to learn more about the region's affordable housing projects, economic development, and community. The visit was an important opportunity to engage with the local community and hear firsthand the challenges they face. The tour encompassed three key locations: The Courtyards at Cottonwood in Moreno Valley, the Elected Officials Brunch, and Downtown Perris. This was a chance for the Speaker-Designate to gain a deeper understanding of the issues affecting the region and work towards creating a better future for all.

Assemblymember Jackson demands immediate relocation of foster children housed in former juvenile detention center

Thursday, April 27, 2023

I am deeply concerned about the situation involving foster children being housed in cells at a former juvenile detention center in Sacramento County. Despite receiving a letter in February from a state agency that required the removal of children from the unlicensed Rosemont facility, county officials have failed to comply. This is a clear violation of state law and it's unacceptable to subject these vulnerable children to a "jail-like" environment that has the potential to retraumatize or trigger them.

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson Introduces AB 702 (the PROMYSE Act) to Revolutionize Juvenile Justice in California

Monday, April 17, 2023

Sacramento - Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson has introduced Assembly Bill (AB) 702, the Promoting Youth Success and Empowerment Act (PROMYSE Act), to support community-based youth development services in juvenile justice programs. The bill will reduce the involvement of law enforcement entities in these programs, by shifting resources to Community Based Organizations (CBO) and other non-law enforcement agencies, that provide trauma informed, restorative programs and services for youth impacted by the juvenile justice system.

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson Introduces Mental Health Bill Package

Monday, March 20, 2023

Sacramento - Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson announces the introduction of a mental health bill package aimed at addressing California’s mental health crisis.

Sweet Solution: Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson Proposes Candy Tax to Improve California's Mental Health Care System

Monday, March 20, 2023

Sacramento - Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson has introduced Assembly Bill 657, the Mental Health Services Funding Act, which aims to generate a continuous stream of funding to improve California's mental health care system.

Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson Introduces Bill to Expand Mental Health Resources to Students

Monday, March 20, 2023

Sacramento - Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson announced the introduction of AB 1450: Trauma Informed Schools Act, aimed at improving the mental health and learning abilities of California's schoolchildren. AB 1450 would require all schools to conduct universal Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) screenings and mental health assessments, as well as dyslexia screenings.