Assemblymember Dawn Addis

Great news for the Central Coast!

Last month, my colleagues from the Santa Cruz delegation and I voted to pass emergency legislation to provide critical dollars to distressed hospitals, in light of the cuts from HR 1.1 am thrilled that the Watsonville hospital is receiving much-needed state support that will keep serving our communities. Thank you to Speaker Rivas and the entire budget team for making this happen.

Making climate progress through environmental justice, clean energy investments, and corporate accountability is essential. This is why, as Co-chair of our California Legislative Central Coast Caucus (CLCCC), I asked the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to ensure California stays true to its promises of climate action through our nation-leading Cap-and-Invest program.

Earlier this month, Chief Probation Officer Thomas Milder invited me to join him and his team for a tour of the new San Luis Obispo County Probation Department headquarters.

This state-of-the-art facility brings staff together under one roof, improving collaboration and helping the department better serve our community. We also discussed key local and statewide probation priorities and the important role probation plays in promoting public safety, accountability, and successful reentry.

Today, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. We reflect with gratitude and stand with the families, loved ones, and communities who carry their legacy forward.

In observance of Memorial Day, our district and Capitol offices are closed today and will reopen during regular business hours tomorrow.

Congratulations to the Elkhorn Slough Foundation for receiving the 2026 California Nonprofit of the Year award!

Through environmental education, habitat stewardship, and community-centered programs, the Foundation has helped connect people of all ages to the Elkhorn Slough and to one another. Their work is making a lasting difference across our region.

Thank you to Mark Silberstein, Susan Matcham, and the entire Elkhorn Slough Foundation team for your commitment to our communities and our environment.

I was proud to recognize Paradise Beach Grille as my 2026 “Small Business of the Year” at the Small Business Development Centers hosted their annual CA Salute to Small Business Dinner and Award Ceremony.

Following the 2023 winter storms, I vividly remember visiting and witnessing firsthand the damage, the debris, and the uncertainty facing this beloved local business.

What we see today is a full rebuild driven by resilience, heart, and an unwavering commitment to the community. Paradise Beach Grille has come back stronger, continuing to serve as a staple of Capitola’s local economy and helping foster a vibrant, thriving coastal community for residents and visitors alike. Congratulations!

Photos: Asm Addis, Charles Maier, Alison Gottlieb, their children - along with before and after photos from January 2023 and April 2026.

Happy National Rescue Dog Day from Beef 🐾

Rescue animals bring so much joy, companionship, and heart into our lives, and Beef is no exception. Today is also a chance to recognize the shelters, rescue workers, veterinarians, and volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to caring for animals in our communities.

For local animal shelter resources and information, visit: addis.asmdc.org/constituent-services-and-resources

I had a great meeting with CSU Board of Trustees members during Capitol Advocacy Day to discuss the importance of investing in the California State University system, increasing student housing, protecting data privacy and and providing education for students across our state. As a CSU alum myself I am proud that AD 30 has *two* incredible CSUs. and !

Today we honored Lauren Bandari, Executive Director of Hillel of San Luis Obispo, during an Assembly floor ceremony in recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month.

Lauren Bandari exemplifies what it means to build community from the ground up. As Executive Director of Hillel of San Luis Obispo, she has dedicated herself to Cal Poly students and the broader SLO Jewish community with vision and heart. Her work doesn’t just preserve heritage - it ignites it for the next generation. We are proud to celebrate her extraordinary impact.