Economic Justice
Economic Justice is a civil right. We work to end poverty and maximize economic security for all.
Our Focus:
We advocate for systemic reforms to guarantee that all individuals, regardless of their socio-economic status, can thrive, have their rights respected, and live with dignity by ending the criminalization of poverty and ensuring Californians have their basic human needs met, with current advocacy emphasis on housing and health care access.
2020 Legislative Victories
Job Protection for Paid Family Leave (SB 1383): Ensures that people who work for small employers have the right to return to their jobs if they take a family or medical leave and expands the definition of family members to cover domestic partners, grandparents, grandchildren, siblings, and parents-in-law.
Economic Justice Legislation
Abolish Unjust Fees for All Californians (Bradford) (SB 586)
Criminal Justice & Policing, Economic Justice
Currently, California law permits counties to charge people administrative fees for diversion programs, drug and alcohol testing, civil assessments, record sealing, and even a fee for being put on a payment plan. These fees can …
PROMYSE: Promoting Youth Success and Empowerment Act (Bradford) (SB 493)
Economic Justice, Education Equity
The PROMYSE (Promoting Youth Success and Empowerment) Act will ensure the effective investment of Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA) grant dollars, which are intended to support youth locally and limit involvement in the justice …