Press Releases

Senator Min Condemns Attack on LGBTQ Pride Flag Display at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Irvine

(IRVINE, CA) – Today, Senator Dave Min (D-Irvine) issued the following statement condemning the recent vandalism at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Irvine, California. The church’s LGBTQ Pride Flag was reportedly stolen early Monday morning.

“I am deeply disappointed by the hateful act against St. Andrew’s LGBTQ Pride Flag display. The Pride flag is a powerful symbol of inclusion and one that sends a powerful message to the St. Andrew’s congregation that LGBTQ families are both respected and cherished.



Senator Dave Min Issues Statement in Response to Violent Crime Committed at Fashion Island

(NEWPORT BEACH, CA) – Today, Senator Dave Min (D-Irvine) issued the following statement reacting to the failed robbery attempt at Fashion Island shopping center that left one person killed and police in a high speed pursuit.



First U.S. bill to pilot neighborhood-scale decarbonization programs advances in California

SB 1221 will help California regulators and utilities make responsible utility investments and open the door for neighborhood-scale decarbonization pilot programs that align with the state’s affordability, air quality, and climate targets.

 



California’s Gun Show Ban Wins in Court

(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Earlier today, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously upheld the constitutionality of California’s statewide gun show ban, which was enacted with the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 915, authored by Senator Dave Min (D-Irvine) in 2022. The ruling reverses a controversial decision by a Trump-appointed judge to enjoin SB 915 and SB 264, a 2021 bill authored by Senator Min which banned gun shows at the Orange County Fairgrounds.



Senator Min Responds to Huntington Beach City Council’s Opposition to SB 1174, Voter ID Requirements

(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Senator Dave Min (D-Irvine) released the following statement regarding the Huntington Beach City Council’s vote to oppose Senate Bill (SB) 1174.



10 Bills Pass the Senate, Advancing to the State Assembly

(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Senator Dave Min (D-Irvine) today announced that ten of his bills have passed a full vote on the Senate Floor and will be heard in the Assembly. The passage marks a crucial juncture in the 2023-24 Legislative session, giving the green light to the Assembly to consider Senate bills in their respective policy committees.    



State Senate Approves Min’s Voter ID Protections

 

(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Senator Dave Min (D-Irvine) announced the Senate’s passage of Senate Bill (SB) 1174, which prohibits local governments from imposing voter identification (ID) requirements in local elections and reinforces the State of California’s exclusive jurisdiction on the matter. The bill passed off of the Senate Floor on a 30-8 vote and has moved over to the Assembly.