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If we want to make homeownership more attainable in California, we have to start building condos again. Today, we barely do. Here's why that matters — and why I'm working on reforming California's construction defect laws. 🧵

Oh & amidst all the craziness last week (👇) let's not forget, we passed my $11B housing bond! It took me 4 years, but we got it done. This will expand housing for veterans, first-time homebuyers, farmworkers, our unhoused neighbors & more. A good reminder that government can still deliver.

I'm the author of ACA 22. I'm also adamantly opposed to it. That deserves an explanation – so I want to tell you what went down w/the ACA, and the fight over transfer taxes & the Taxpayer Protection Act. 👇

When we talk about housing, it’s easy to get caught up in units and budgets. But this has always been about helping families have a safe, affordable place to call home. I’m so proud we passed the Veterans & Affordable Housing Bond today — now let’s take it to the voters.

Trump is holding housing hostage over a bill that threatens Americans’ fundamental right to vote. Using housing as leverage for a racist, undemocratic agenda is reprehensible. We need leaders focused on building homes & lowering the cost, not erecting barriers to the ballot box.

Huge news: after four years of tirelessly fighting to advance public investment in affordable housing, the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026 is now in print.

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Factory-built housing in the wild! Excited about this 100% affordable 70-unit building right next to BART being built with prefab modules and finished on-site with Carpenters’ labor. Housing innovation has this part of the El Cerrito Plaza going up in weeks instead of months.

Thank you to the Bay Area Council for having me, Mayor Barbara Lee and @mattmahansj.bsky.social speak about the complexities of our housing crisis and what potential solutions look like. Solving this will take leadership at the state and local level, but together we can get to yes on more housing.

Last June we passed AB 130, which included a CEQA exemption for infill housing—clean and simple. But passing a bill is not the same thing as solving a problem. And solutions are what we should be held accountable to, so let’s take stock and see where we’re at. /8

CA has made great strides in reducing gun violence, but there is more work to be done. June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and I encourage everyone to stand in solidarity with the victims, families, and communities that have been impacted. Together, we can end gun violence.

Huge congrats to my friend, @scottwiener.bsky.social. No one works harder - San Francisco is lucky to have you! So proud to support you. Onward to November 💪❤️🔥

It’s no secret that I’m laser-focused on housing policy. But I’ve also gotten quite active in trying to improve pedestrian/bike safety. Sidewalks, bike lanes, and transit stops get us from point a to point b, and we have to make sure they are safe and accessible.

Curious about how the leading Democratic candidates for governor think about housing affordability in California? Here's what they had to say backstage at last month's housing forum. youtu.be/9mRz9VTT6Rc

Buffy asked California’s candidates for governor one question:Curious about how the leading Democratic candidates for governor think about housing affordability in California? Here's what they had to say backstage at last month's housing forum.youtu.be

Today marked a huge milestone in the legislative process, and I'm happy to share that all my bills are now headed to the Senate!

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“When working families cannot afford to buy, they leave.” That's why I'm taking on construction defect liability this year. AB 1903 will speed up repairs and bring down the cost to build condos so we can unlock more homeownership opportunities in California. www.presstelegram.com/2026/05/13/n...

Not every housing fix requires a new law. Some require fixing old ones.AB 1903 is a step in the right direction, removing one of the most persistent barriers to building the homes our communities need.www.presstelegram.com

Housing has been the defining issue of my time – both in the legislature and as a Californian trying to raise a family. That’s why I was so proud to open Friday’s Gubernatorial Candidates Housing Forum, hosted by @ezraklein.bsky.social and the @nytimes.com

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