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California Bill Blocks Sex Offenders from Office | Fresno News
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- Jul 1, 2026
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A California bill aiming to bar registered sex offenders from running for local office hit a major snag in the Senate Elections Committee, which balked at its broad scope. While supporters like the Fresno City Council and Assemblywoman Esmeralda Soria argued it was vital for protecting survivors, lawmakers pushed for a narrower focus—only targeting the highest-tier offenders. The committee ultimately shelved the bill, citing the principle that voters—not lawmakers—should decide who runs for office. Soria called it a setback for victims, while opponents emphasized democratic accountability. The fight isn’t over, but this version of the law is on hold for now. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c340ed790f0ca14c