Assemblymember Gregg Hart

Team Hart and friends had a great time at the Santa Barbara ! Gunnar, our Senior District Representative, returned to his barista roots to compete in the latte art competition. Congratulations to all who contributed to an amazing celebration of Santa Barbara’s coffee community.

When survivors speak up, we must listen and act. From California’s agricultural fields to the White House, predatory behavior cannot be overlooked.

The movements for farmworker and immigrant rights have never been about one person. At this juncture, we must continue to champion the hard-fought victories of these movements while holding accountable those who have abused trust.

I join my colleagues in outrage and disgust. I believe and support the survivors. We will work with haste and intentionality to make sure that California’s values are reflected in our telling of history, celebration of public holidays, and enactment of policies.

I was proud to honor Primitiva Hernandez of Lompoc at the 2026 California Woman of the Year ceremony at the State Capitol. Primitiva serves as Executive Director of the 805UndocuFund—one of the largest grassroots mutual aid organizations in California, serving families up and down the Central Coast.

Primitiva is a proud immigrant from Mexico, a DACA recipient, and daughter of farmworkers. I first encountered Primitiva’s leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the 805UndocuFund worked to distribute aid to families left out of government economic relief programs.

Today, Primitiva is on the front lines supporting our immigrant neighbors who face unprecedented threats. California is a better place because of the efforts of leaders like Primitiva. Next month, Primitiva will be joined by other phenomenal leaders in a celebration of women’s leadership on the Central Coast.

My statement on the President’s reckless executive order that exploits the crisis in Iran to justify harm to our coastline:

“President Trump’s catastrophic move to override State environmental laws by invoking the Defense Production Act is another step on the slippery slope toward authoritarianism. If the President can attack a foreign country without authorization from Congress and override state laws with unprecedented dubious legal authority – what is left of our Constitution?”

When it comes to child care, California’s message to President Trump is simple: hands off.

This morning, I chaired a hearing regarding the Trump Administration’s actions to disrupt funding for California’s child care programs. Having previously operated a family-owned child care center, I understand the critical role that quality child care plays in setting our kids up for success and supporting working families.

The President’s masked immigration enforcement campaign has intentionally brought chaos to communities, subjected immigrant families to constant fear, and led to the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renée Good. I stand with my legislative colleagues in rejecting the President’s lawless immigration enforcement campaign.

As news broke on the killing of VA nurse Alex Pretti by federal immigration authorities in Minnesota on Saturday, I gathered with Santa Barbara community members who were peacefully protesting unconstitutional and authoritarian actions by immigration agents at the direction of President Trump. I echo the calls of the millions of Americans who are raising their voices for justice.

I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Santa Maria Police Chief Christopher Williams to discuss community safety needs and officer wellness.

This weekend, I celebrated the 40th anniversary of Montecito Beautification Day alongside many friends, including Supervisor Roy Lee, Mindy Denson, and Trish Davis – the Montecito Association’s Citizen of the Year.

Thank you to the Carpinteria Immigrant Rights Coalition for meeting with me in my office today. Our community continues to come together to support our immigrant neighbors.

Over the summer, we welcomed the family of barrier-breaking Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela to the Capitol to designate November 1st as Fernando Valenzuela Day throughout California. Valenzuela provided inspiration on and off the field, especially through his leadership in California’s Mexican American and Latino communities.

As we celebrate the life and legacy of Valenzuela, we also cheer on his successors on the field — Go Dodgers! ⚾️🧢