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Open letter to the Committee to Ensure Primary Care: Both the Medical clinic and a new fire station would be great adds for the town, but this location would be bad for the town. Borrego survives on tourism. And one of the reasons that tourists like our town is because the town fo... — Updated 4/28/2024

Millions of children and young adults throughout the nation are active social media users. Last week two bills dealing with social media’s impact on child and adolescent mental health passed the Assembly Health Committee. Worldwide, there are 34 social media platforms, with at l... — Updated 4/25/2024

I wanted to share some good news regarding our ongoing battle for fair electricity rates. You may recall the recent uproar surrounding the proposed changes to the fixed rate portion of our SDG&E electric bills. Many of you joined me in expressing concern about the unfairness of... — Updated 4/22/2024

The issue of homelessness is not just about lacking shelter; it’s about individuals grappling with mental illness. In our pursuit of solutions, it is crucial to recognize that a significant portion of the homeless population is affected by Serious Mental Illness (SMI), with e... — Updated 4/14/2024

There are 99 legislative chambers throughout the 50 states. Of these, 16 states have enacted term limits, including California. Other term limited states include Ohio, Florida, Missouri, Michigan, Arizona, Kansas and Nevada. Proposition 28, which was approved by 61% of... — Updated 4/11/2024

I recently held a meeting to discuss the transition from SDG&E to Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) in our region. This initiative, led by the Clean Energy Alliance, aims to provide cleaner and potentially more affordable energy options for our communities. San Marcos and... — Updated 3/30/2024

California is the country’s leading agricultural state. In recognition of the importance of agriculture to our economy, ceremonies recognizing Ag Day were held at the State Capitol March 19. California has over 83,000 farms and ranches, 4 percent of the nation’s total. But we pro... — Updated 3/30/2024

Summer is fast approaching, for many a time to take out the boat and head for the ocean, the nearest lake, or over to The River. But there’s more to boating than just recreation. The industry supports thousands of jobs, and has a major impact on our state’s overall economy. Cal... — Updated 3/29/2024

As a supervisor for San Diego County, I’ve had the opportunity to witness firsthand the alarming situation at the Iris Avenue transit station, where Border Patrol agents are dropping off thousands of migrants. In just the past 16 days, over 11,000 migrants have been released at t... — Updated 3/29/2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto (R-Murrieta) participated in Capitol Weekly’s Conference on Crime this week, speaking on the fentanyl crisis and opportunities for solutions. The discussion panel, moderated by KCRA 3 reporter Ashley Zavala, addressed this unique epidemic, what is c... — Updated 3/24/2024

Earlier this week, I stood as the lone dissenting voice against looking into a Long-Term Migrant Transfer Site and Respite Shelter in San Diego. My decision stems from a deep concern about the implications of supporting such a facility in our community. I refuse to be complicit... — Updated 3/19/2024

March is Women’s History Month, and it serves as an important reminder of the progress we’ve made in the past 100 years. In 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified granting women the right to vote nationally. California had granted women the right to vote in 1911, but it was... — Updated 3/17/2024

During our January 23 Board of Supervisors meeting, we delved into the details of Proposition 1, which is on the March ballot. I wanted to provide a recap of our discussion. I expressed reservations about Proposition 1’s approach despite recognizing some potential benefits. The p... — Updated 3/17/2024

It is always such a joy to visit Borrego Springs, especially during the spring season! But we just wanted to say that the workers at the Anza-Borrego Foundation, the State Park and the Natural History Association were so delightful and helpful. The town is so lucky to have such... — Updated 3/14/2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto (R-Murrieta) is proud to introduce his 2024 Transportation Bill Package, which includes consumer protection, road safety, and greater accountability for state agencies. SB 932 will modify protections for new owners of used vehicles to ensure they will not be... — Updated 3/14/2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto (R-Murrieta) is proud to announce his Housing Bill Package has been introduced in the Senate. It will bring California in compliance with Supreme Court rulings and protect taxpayers and local control. SB 964 will update California code to match a 2023... — Updated 3/10/2024

San Diego County’s tribal communities are all located within the 75th Assembly District – we have more sovereign tribal governments than any county in the nation. Their safety, security and prosperity are very important to me, and for our region. That’s why the second annua... — Updated 3/4/2024

The County of San Diego is on the brink of depleting the $6 million in local tax dollars utilized to fund transportation and other items for migrants entering the country. I have consistently opposed using local funds for federal responsibilities, as I firmly believe that local... — Updated 3/4/2024

It has already been a wet winter, with more rain expected. Witnessing the impact of the recent storm on our region, we are determined to minimize potential damage. I wanted to give you information to help prepare you for the next time a storm arrives. The County Office of Emergenc... — Updated 2/20/2024

Senator Kelly Seyarto (R-Murrieta) is proud to introduce his Veteran bill package for the 2024 legislative year, offering common sense solutions to assist California’s Veterans. SB 911 will exempt taxes from the first $20,000 of Survivor Benefits Payments (SBP) received by w... — Updated 2/15/2024

The Governor released his $291 billion budget proposal for 2024-2025. The record revenues of recent years have disappeared and been replaced by a deficit projected by the independent Legislative Analyst Office (LAO) to top $68 billion. The Governor disputes that number and is... — Updated 2/15/2024

In 1967, many state hospitals serving persons with mental illnesses were closed, but local programs to address their needs were inadequate. In 1991, oversight of mental healthcare was placed under county control, but by 2004 it was evident that this realignment hadn’t improved t... — Updated 2/15/2024

I recently joined several legislators to tour the site of the Camp Fire, the deadliest wildfire disaster in 100 years, which struck much of Butte County in 2018. The fire resulted in 85 deaths, covered almost 240 square miles, and almost totally destroyed the towns of Paradise,... — Updated 2/15/2024

It is with profound disappointment and deep concern that I express my opposition to the decision allowing the placement of Sexually Violent Predator Alvin Quarles, also known as the “Bolder than Most” rapist, back into San Diego County. The judge’s decision is devastating for our... — Updated 2/15/2024