It was an honor to attend Governor Newsom’s last State of the State address. I am ready to tackle California’s most critical issues and fight on behalf of #AD12!

My December Newsletter is out! Covering district updates, changes to local HOV carpool lanes, and an overview of what’s in store for 2026! Read my 36th newsletter at: a12.asmdc.org/newsletters! #AD12!

The California Secretary of State, in partnership with the Marin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk, is hosting a series of Apostille Pop-Up Shop events in San Rafael! Thank you to the Secretary of State and Marin County for organizing this event! #AD12!

Stay safe and dry #AD12! Here are some resources you can utilize during heavy rain and tidal flooding. As always, my office is here to help. You can reach my district office for local assistance at: 415-479-4920

I’m thrilled to announce that our annual "There Ought to be a Law" contest is live! This is an opportunity for you to propose new state legislation that could improve the lives of all Californians. The deadline to submit your ideas is on Friday, January 16th. #AD12!

Happy New Year, #AD12! I’m grateful for the incredible year representing you as your Assemblymember! Thank you for all your support this year and for your help in passing meaningful legislation! I’m excited for all that’s ahead and ready to keep delivering for the North Bay in 2026!

Happy to participate in the CHiPs Kids Toy Drive in #CorteMadera this weekend! Thank you to CHP for hosting the CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive, and happy holidays to everyone!

I am pleased to report that through a collaborative effort working with Caltrans, TAM, and SCTCA, we have reached a deal to improve HOV lane hours affecting Sonoma and Marin residents. Read this press release to learn more: www.marincounty.gov/news-release... #AD12!

After months of hearing from frustrated commuters across #AD12, I’m pleased to report that a collaborative effort working with Caltrans, TAM, and SCTCA has resulted in a deal to change HOV hours to better reflect the realities of Sonoma and Marin commuters.

Happy Holidays #AD12! This December, spread your holiday cheer by donating an unwrapped gift to California Highway Patrol’s toy drive by December 22nd! Look below where you can mail or drop off your gifts. Thank you to CHP for hosting CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive and happy holidays to everyone!

Part two of our Staff Retreat! We had our district team come up to #Sacramento to discuss our legislative priorities and goals for the next year. I am extremely grateful for my team and am excited for the incoming legislative session! #AD12!

Honored to join and provide remarks at the Marin Community Menorah lighting in #Sausalito. I was reminded of the strength that comes from community gathering together, especially in the wake of tragedy. On this Hanukah, we will continue to support each other and spread joy and peace. #AD12!

Last night I attended and provided remarks at the #Marin 175th Anniversary Community Celebration! Thank you to the community for joining us, Marin’s local leaders, and for the pleasure of serving as your North Bay Representative! #AD12!

Happy Hanukkah! Wishing you all a memorable celebration filled with light, peace, and love! #AD12!

Happy to join Caltrans District 4, Sonoma County Transportation and Climate Authorities, and the City of #SantaRosa this morning at the Hearn Ave. overcrossing ribbon-cutting ceremony. Thank you to all our regional partners and community members who helped bring this project together! #AD12!

My November Newsletter is out! Covering district updates, celebrating and honoring our veterans, progress on my environmental bill and events I attended, and more. Read my 35th monthly newsletter at: a12.asmdc.org/newsletters

I’m excited to share that AD12 has secured over $44 million in state infrastructure funding! This continues California's commitment to advancing infrastructure forward in a way that fosters sustainability, reliability, and long-term resilience. #AD12!

Thank you to everyone who joined our Community Blood Drive this morning in #SantaRosa! Donating is a simple but powerful way to support patients and their families, especially during the holiday season! Thank you to Vitalant and the #SantaRosa community! #AD12!

It was great to join the Canal Alliance’s Annual High Tide Event Day in #SanRafael today to talk about the real impacts of sea level rise and flooding on the East San Rafael community. Thank you to Canal Alliance and all the local partners leading this critical work! #AD12!

This morning I hosted a Coffee and Chat at the Grand Central Petaluma Coffee & Empanadas & Chocolate Cafe in #Petaluma! I had such a great time connecting with local residents, hearing their priorities, and talking about updates in the community. Thank you to everyone who joined!

I had a fantastic time visiting the Conservation Corps North Bay site in #Novato today! Thank you to the North Bay Conservation Corps team for your commitment to protecting our natural resources and advancing sustainability throughout our region. #AD12!

Honored to join CEQA Works and NRDC yesterday to recognize the incredible advocates who stood strong to defend CEQA throughout this year. Thank you to everyone who continues to show up, speak out, and stand firm for California’s future.

Come join me on Wednesday, the 3rd, at Gran Central Petaluma Coffee & Chocolate Cafe at 9:00 a.m. for a coffee and chat! I’d love to hear your thoughts on the community and share updates from Sacramento. Hope to see you there! #AD12!

It was exciting to join our #SantaRosa community for the Metro Chamber Winter Lights Tree Lighting Celebration! I’m grateful for every opportunity to come together, celebrate, and support our vibrant community! #AD12!

Grateful for the privilege of serving the North Bay. This holiday, I’m reflecting on the incredible support and partnership from my constituents , colleagues, and community. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, safe, and loving holiday season. 🦃🍁 #AD12!

Proud to join and provide remarks with CLAM and Eden Housing at the Point Reyes Coast Guard site as we celebrate the Joe Serna Farmworker Housing Grant award. Thank you to the dedicated teams at CLAM, #Marin County, and Eden Housing for their partnership! #AD12!

Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives of transgender individuals who have been taken by violence and discrimination. Let us continue to uplift, protect, and advocate for our transgender neighbors, not just today, but every day.

I’m hosting a community Blood Drive on Monday, December 8, at the Rattigan State Building in #SantaRosa, and we need your help to hit our lifesaving goals. Mon, 12/08/25
 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
 Rattigan State Building – Room 405 To register, visit: donors.vitalant.org or scan the QR code.

@UnitedwithEarth and San Rafael Police Association are hosting a special Holiday Toy Drive on December 11 in #SanRafael from 4-6 p.m. Bring your family and stop by with a new, unwrapped toy to help brighten the season for local kids. #AD12!

This morning I joined One Tam and Marin Water for a field tour on Mt. Tamalpais to learn about their forest health and wildfire resilience strategies. Thank you to @onetamalpais and @Marin.Water for the invitation. I am excited to help further develop critical forest and resilience work. #AD12!

Honored to announce I have been awarded ‘Legislator of the Year’ by the mobilehome community. I am deeply grateful for our partnership and look forward to leading in this space. To read more about my work in strengthening protections for mobilehome residents, visit: a12.asmdc.org/press-releases

It was a pleasure joining in and celebrating the Agricultural Institute of Marin’s 40-year lease signing at #Marin’s Civic Center Farmers Market! This 40-year lease agreement with the County marks a major milestone for local food system, strengthening our regional agriculture #AD12!

It was a pleasure to attend and provide remarks at the opening of the #SantaRosa Fire Station 5’s Resiliency and Relocation Project. The station is designed to improve emergency response times and withstand future hazards. Thank you to everyone involved! #AD12!

It was a pleasure joining Assemblymember Chris Rogers and stakeholders in Fort Bragg on a tour of Oneka’s Wave-Powered Sustainable Desalination Technology, as part of the Assembly Select Committee on Climate Innovation and Infrastructure. Thank you to everyone who joined!

Honored to join and provide remarks at the Sonoma County Farm Bureau at today’s #Sonoma County Agriculture Summit. I look forward to continuing our work to protect and grow the agricultural industry! #AD12!

Alarming reports came out this week that the federal administration is preparing to open vast areas of our Pacific coastline to new offshore oil and gas leasing, for the first time in more than 40 years. I firmly stand in strong opposition to these proposals. Visit: www.slc.ca.gov/oil-gas/

Thank you to Petaluma Mobilehome United and the Golden State Manufactured-Home Owners League (GSMOL) for awarding me ‘Legislator of the Year’ last night in #Petaluma. Huge thanks to Petaluma Mobilehome United and GSMOL for your partnership! #AD12!

An atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rain and strong wind gusts to the North Bay through Friday, the 14th. Please take precautions and stay safe on the roads and in your communities. For Sonoma County Residents: Station Road at Star Road is closed due to flooding. #AD12!

It was a pleasure to join the Floating Homes Association to celebrate AB 754 getting signed into law! I authored AB 754 to preserve renter protections and improve infrastructure funding for Marin County’s floating home marinas. A huge thanks to the floating home community! #AD12!

It was a pleasure to join the Marin County United Veterans Council for their annual Veterans Day ceremony in San Rafael. As well as the opportunity to participate in the Veterans Day Parade in Petaluma. Thank you to our veterans for your dedication and sacrifice. #AD12!

Team Connolly joined the Native American Caucus for their 2nd Annual National Native American Heritage Month Parade, honoring their history, culture, and vital contributions to California!

Redwood Credit Union is hosting a Holiday Food Drive to help support those in need as federal food cuts have taken place. Through their partnership with A Simple Gesture, residents can donate food right from their doorstep. To learn more and sign up, visit: redwoodcu.org/holidaygiving

The Federal Government has been ordered to restore SNAP benefits, resulting in 5.5 million Californians beginning to receive their full benefits. If you still need resources, visit: SF-Marin Food Bank www.sfmfoodbank.org | (415) 282-1900 Redwood Empire Food Bank www.refb.org | (707) 523-7900

It was a pleasure to join in on a panel discussion alongside local leaders and electeds. We discussed how offshore wind can help California meet its ambitious climate goals and advance our commitment towards clean, reliable energy. Thank you to everyone who participated in today’s discussion.

My October newsletter is out! Covering my bills signed into law, an Alzheimer’s informational forum, district updates, food assistance resources, and more. Read my 34th newsletter at a12.asmdc.org/newsletters

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning, Wind Advisory, and Flood Watch. To track real-time updates or sign up for outage alerts at pge.com/outagecenter. Please take precautions, and report a downed power lines by calling 9-1-1, PG&E: 1-800-743-5002 or 8-1-1.

I was honored to join Dolores Huerta at her documentary screening event. It was an inspiring evening listening to her, local leaders, and activists discuss key issues around social justice. Thank you to the sponsors who put this together! #AD12!

It was a pleasure to go visit a food production site in Santa Rosa and see firsthand how state investments are driving innovation in sustainable food production. Thank you to all the staff at CEC and CDFA for your leadership in advancing our state’s climate and sustainability goals. #AD12!