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I hope your year is off to a healthy and hopeful start. As we move into 2026, my focus remains on staying connected with you and responsive to the needs of our community, ensuring San Joaquin County has the state resources and support we need.
It's truly an honor to represent you in the California State Legislature, serving nearly half a million residents. I'm pleased to share my newsletter and provide you with resources and updates on the work we accomplished together this past month.
Warm regards,
Rhodesia Ransom
Assemblymember, District 13 (Tracy, Mountain House, Stockton)
In this update, you'll find the following:
Legislative Update
My team and I are starting this year with strong momentum, and we've already introduced several legislative proposals that will benefit the Central Valley. The deadline to submit new legislation is next month, so I look forward to sharing more legislation with you in the next update.
- AB 1590 ensures that all state-approved funding for Career Technical Education (CTE) programs is fully allocated and reaches students.
- AB 1585 supports California's grape growers and wine community by requiring that all wine produced in California labeled as "100% American" be truly 100%.
- AB 1610 strengthens vote-by-mail delivery by establishing a statewide process for change-of-address updates to ensure ballots reach voters on time.
- AB 278 underscored the need to put patients first, advancing new efforts to make health care more affordable across California.
Quick Links - Resources & More
Launching My Young Legislators Program
I'm always impressed by the passion and drive of our youth, which inspired me to create my Young Legislators Program. In January, we held our very first session at CSU Stanislaus in Stockton, bringing together students from Stockton, Tracy, and Mountain House to begin this six-month journey. This program gives high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to learn how each branch of government works and how to use their voices to drive positive change in our communities. I'm proud to support the next generation of leaders here in Assembly District 13, and I'm excited to see how these students grow throughout this experience.
February is Unclaimed Property Month
This is a great time to check whether you have unclaimed property with the State of California. Many people are surprised to learn they may have funds held for them from uncashed checks, old bank accounts, or insurance benefits. In San Joaquin County, nearly 200,000 people who currently have unclaimed property.
I want to ensure you receive any funds that are yours. Searching is free, quick, and secure, and there is no deadline to file a claim!
Community Engagement
Meeting with Farmers Across the World
I had the opportunity to represent our Central Valley Agriculture industry at the American Farm Bureau National Summit, where farmers from across the country came together to discuss the future of agriculture and legislation I am introducing to support our local farmers.
Speaking Out Against Human Trafficking in Our Communities
Joined our law enforcement partners to highlight the urgent need to end human trafficking and share legislation I proudly supported to close dangerous loopholes and protect our children.
Remembering the Lives Lost in the Cleveland School Tragedy
On the anniversary of the Cleveland School Shooting, I stood with our community to remember the young lives lost with a tree dedication ceremony. They will continue to grow through these trees.
Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
I attended celebrations in Stockton, Tracy and Mountain House to honor Dr. King's life and the work he inspired across generations
Welcoming New Leadership in the Building Industry Association
It was an honor to swear in the new leadership of the Building Industry Association and to support their mission to build homes, enrich communities, and change lives.
