Press Releases

SACRAMENTO – On Thursday, December 22nd California Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon selected freshman Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson as Chair of the Committee on Human Services.  Assemblymember Dr. Jackson is one of six freshman members selected this session (2023-24) to Chair Assembly Committees. His experience successfully leading a non-profit service organization and as a social worker uniquely qualifies him for this position.

Moreno Valley – On Saturday, December 17th Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson took the oath of office in front of family, friends and community members at the Perris City Council Chambers. The event was attended by local elected officials and community leaders from throughout the Inland Empire, to celebrate the swearing-in of the first African American to be elected to represent Riverside County in the California State Assembly.

Sacramento - According to the U.S. Census Bureau, California's cost of living has contributed to a higher percentage of residents living in poverty than any other state in the nation. Identifying sustainable solutions to reduce the cost of living in California is critical to the long-term financial health of our working-class communities. AB 11, introduced by Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson, aims to find these solutions by 2026 through an Affordable California Commission. The goal of the commission shall be to study the causes and effects of the rising cost of living in California and to develop solutions toward making California a more affordable place to live. 

SACRAMENTO – Dr. Corey A. Jackson was sworn in as the Assemblymember for District 60 today in the State Capitol. The newly elected Assemblymember will represent a large portion of Riverside County, including the communities of the new 60th Assembly District: Moreno Valley, Perris, Hemet, San Jacinto, and the unincorporated areas of Mead Valley, Good Hope, Nuevo, and East Hemet.