Press Releases

Senator Cortese’s Statement on California’s Eviction Moratorium Extension and Rent Relief Measures

Senator Dave Cortese (D-Silicon Valley) made the following statement regarding the Senate’s vote on SB 91 today. This bill will extend the eviction moratorium in California through June 30, 2021 and distribute $2.6 billion in renter aid from the latest federal stimulus package.



Senator Cortese’s Statement on Julie Su's Nomination as Deputy Secretary of Labor

Senator Dave Cortese (D-Silicon Valley), chair of the California Senate Labor Committee, made the following statement regarding President Joe Biden’s planned nomination of California Labor Secretary Julie Su to serve as the United States Deputy Secretary of Labor.



Senator Cortese’s Statement on California’s Stay-at-Home Order Being Lifted

Senator Dave Cortese (D-Silicon Valley) made the following statement on regional stay-at-home orders being lifted for all counties across California.



Senator Cortese’s Statement on State’s Proposed Immediate Budget Action

Senator Dave Cortese (D-Silicon Valley) made the following statement during today’s Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Committee about the immediate action detailed in the 2021-22 State Budget that the Governor is proposing the Legislature adopt within the next few weeks:



Senator Cortese’s Statement on Governor’s 2021-22 State Budget Proposal

Senator Dave Cortese (D-Silicon Valley) made the following statement about California Governor Gavin Newsom’s 2021-22 State Budget proposal that was introduced this morning in Sacramento: