What: Rally & Press Conference for the Safer Communities through Opportunities Act (AB 1231): Faith leaders, immigrant leaders, and justice advocates will gather on the West Steps of the State Capitol to call on the Senate to advance AB 1231, landmark legislation that expands diversion opportunities and redefines what safety means in California.
When: Monday, August 25, 2025 – 10:00 AM PT
(Rally begins 10:15 AM; press availability before and after)
Where: California State Capitol – West Steps
Who: Multifaith leaders, immigrant families, grassroots organizers, labor partners, and members of the faith community. Confirmed speakers include:
- Assemblymember Sade Elhawary
- Clergy leaders from Los Angeles and across California
- Representatives from SEIU, Vera Institute of Justice, PICO California, Drug Policy Alliance, LARRP, and ILRC
- Grassroots leaders and directly impacted community members
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Assemblymember Sade Elhawary represents the 57th Assembly District, including the communities of Exposition Park, South Los Angeles, and Downtown Los Angeles, within Los Angeles County. Website of Assemblymember Sade Elhawary: https://a57.asmdc.org/
