Cracking down on property crime
The Governor is cracking down on professional thieves. California made the largest-ever state investment to combat organized retail crime. Now, the Governor is going further by calling for new laws that give new tools to police and prosecutors. They will help prevent smash-and-grabs, retail theft, and car burglaries.
Fighting gun violence
California leads the nation with gun safety laws that work:
- universal background checks,
- 10-day purchase waiting periods,
- mental health reporting,
- requiring most gun buyers to be 21 years and older,
- allowing people to sue those who illegally distribute assault weapons and ghost guns,
- red flag laws, and
- an assault weapons ban.
Tackling the fentanyl crisis
Governor Newsom has a master plan for tackling the crisis caused by fentanyl and opioids. It’s an approach that will save lives. It builds on a historic investment with funds for more treatment. It also expands California National Guard actions against drug trafficking. These actions have helped seize 1,066% more fentanyl since 2021.
News about public safety
Governor Newsom issues statement on death of Chowchilla Police Officer
News “Jennifer and I are saddened by the loss of Officer Barrantes. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time. Officer Barrantes served his community with dedication and his sacrifice will always be remembered.”On October 3,...
California Institution for Women celebrates first graduating class from Cal State LA
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom today announced the first college graduation from Cal State LA for incarcerated women at the California Institution for Women. Sacramento, California – Contributing to the positive programming for the state’s incarcerated...
California adds largest graduating class of Highway Patrol officers in 16 years to its police force
News What you need to know: 146 new California Highway Patrol officers were sworn in today to protect communities statewide. West Sacramento, California – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom congratulated 146 new California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers — the largest...
