Here is a sample of some of the bills I have worked on in the state Assembly. I've also listed past legislation from previous years. For a complete review of my state legislative record, please visit http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/bilinfo.html.

2006

AB 2533: Museum Tax Credit

Current law exempts the sale of original works of art from one non-profit organization to another from sales tax. This bill would expand the sales tax exemption to include the long-term lease of artwork from one non-profit organization to another non-profit.

AB 2592: California Travel & Tourism Commission

This bill would modify the membership of the California Travel & Tourism Commission and clarify the parameters for serving as a commissioner.

2005

AB 655: Arts Funding and Restructuring in California

Given California’s abysmal ranking in nationwide funding for arts, this bill imposes a 1% fee on theatre admission tickets to fund arts programs across the state. The bill will also look at reorganizing arts funding entities within state government, including the California Arts Council, the California Cultural and Historical Endowment, and the Department of Parks and Recreation to streamline administrative costs and improve accessibility.