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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 16h

I was honored to speak at the graduation ceremony for the Hip Housing Self-Sufficiency Program and recognize the inspiring graduates who have worked so hard to reach this milestone. Through the support of this program, participants secure meaningful employment and become financially self-reliant.

Assemblymember Diane Papan at the lectern speaking to the attendees at the HIP Housing Self-Sufficiency Program Graduation.

Assemblymember Diane Papan pictured with graduates of the HIP Housing Self-Sufficiency Program.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 1d

Wonderful morning in Brisbane with Mayor Cliff Lentz meeting residents during our joint community office hours. Thank you for your engagement and commitment to our community! #BrisbaneCA #CommunityConnection

Assemblymember Papan speaking to attendees in Brisbane at the joint community office hours with Mayor Cliff Lentz.

Assemblymember Papan pictured with Brisbane Mayor Cliff Lentz speaking to community office hours attendees at Brisbane City Hall.

Assemblymember Diane Papan speaking with constituents at joint community office hours in Brisbane.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 3d

I was honored to speak at the 2025 Climate Summit SMC sponsored by Nuestra Casa, Climate resilient Communities, Rise South City and Thrive Alliance. Thank you to the organizers, attendees, and every participating voice. Let’s keep building with power, justice, and purpose.
#ClimateSummit2025

Assemblymember Diane Papan speaking at the lectern at the Climate Summit.

Seated attendees at the Climate Summit in front of Assemblymember Papan at the lectern in the background.

Group Photo from left to right: Chris Field (Perry L. McCarty Director), Betty Nen (Thrive Alliance), DDP, Julio Garcia (Rise South City Exec. Director), Ash McNeely (Sand Hill Foundation Exec. Director), Jennifer Adams, Environmental Justice Program Director at Nuestra Casa , Georgia Farooq, CEO Thrive Alliance

Photo of Violet Saena, Executive Director of Climate Resilient Communities, Assemblymember Diane Papan and Georgia Farooq, CEO Thrive Alliance in front of the Climate Summit standee.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 5d

Celebrating a great win and my bill to help @caltrain.com financially benefit from the dynamic regenerative braking technology on the new electric trainsets feeding power back to the grid. @pencleanenergy.bsky.social www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco...

Caltrain getting paid as electrified trains give back to the grid

Caltrain's new all-electrified trains are doing more than just carrying passengers up and down the Peninsula and eliminating diesel exhaust. The trains are giving electricity back to the grid, and the...

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 5d

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed my bill to protect public health and the environment into law. Assembly Bill 60, the MUSK Reduction Act, will restrict the use of synthetic nitro musk chemicals in cosmetics. | Press release: a21.asmdc.org/press-releas...

Picture of a woman's wrist turned upward toward another hand holding a perfume spray bottle under a banner for Assembly Bill 60 detailing the Act as restricting harmful synthetic Nitro Musk chemicals in cosmetic.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 13d

For those interested in working in the State Legislature the Assembly Fellowship program is an unparalleled opportunity to get first-hand experience. Applications now open. Learn more: www.assembly.ca.gov/california-s...

Graphic detailing the Assembly Fellowship program with a QR code to link to the application page.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 20d

Good writeup of my legislation to track water usage by data centers: a21.asmdc.org/news/2025092...

Amid a data center boom, California lawmakers pass a bill to track water use | Official Website - Assemblymember Diane Papan Representing the 21st California Assembly District

Companies that run data centers are facing increasing scrutiny for guzzling water in the dry western U.S. as artificial intelligence fuels a boom in the industry.

a21.asmdc.org

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 20d

Investments in restoration continue to be made under Proposition 4 to help return the Bay to a more nstural state while improving water quality, flood protection and opportunities for recreation. blog.bayareametro.gov/posts/bay-ar...

Bay Area wetland growth defies global trend

A new report from the Wetlands Regional Monitoring Program (WRMP) indicates that restored tidal wetlands in the Bay almost quadrupled from 2000 to 2020, bringing the total to 53,000 acres and growing.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 21d

Shanah Tovah Umetukah to all who celebrate. A sweet New Year.

A table set with traditional symbolic foods including honey, apples, pomegranates and challah.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 21d

Absorbing the energy and ideas at @climateweeknyc.bsky.social convening leaders from business, government, and civil society to drive climate action.

Assemblymember Diane Papan in front of the Climate Week NYC marquee.

Assemblymember Papan with legislative colleagues at Climate Week NYC event.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · 24d

Today is POW/MIA Recognition Day - a day of observance in the U.S. that honors and remembers the sacrifices of prisoners of war (POWs) and those who are still missing in action (MIA) annually observed on the third Friday of September. It is also a recommitment to bring these soldiers home. #POWMIA

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Sep 12

Happy to support the cities and county I represent to improve the process of housing element certification and ensuring this complicated and expensive process will be more efficient going forward. a21.asmdc.org/press-releas... @calcities.bsky.social

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EnviroVoters @envirovoters.bsky.social · Sep 11

AB 900 by Asm. Papan is on the @governor.ca.gov’s desk!

This bill helps California plan for the long-term stewardship of lands under our 30x30 conservation goals. Thank you @asmdianepapan.bsky.social for your leadership on climate-smart land protection! Let's get this signed!

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Sep 11

Excited that my legislation to expand geothermal energy exploration in California is now on the Governor's desk. Assembly Bill 527 offers the opportunity for a brighter energy future. #geothermalenergy a21.asmdc.org/press-releas... @sonomacleanpower.bsky.social @pencleanenergy.bsky.social

Graphic with photo of Assemblymember Papan over a geothermal field venting steam with details of the legislation to expand geothermal energy exploration.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Sep 9

Grateful to my colleagues for approving my legislation to protect public health, women's health and the environment from toxic chemicals found in everyday products. On to the Governor!

Picture of hands, one with the wrist turned upward over which another holding a perfume bottle ready to spray its content.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Aug 24

Great Saturday in South San Francisco celebrating the culture, identity, and creativity of Salvadorans in the U.S. and their impact here. #CulturaFest2025

Assemblymember Diane Papan speaking on stage at the Cultura Fest in South San Francisco.

Assemblymember Diane Papan presenting a certificate with South San Francisco Mayor Eddie Flores at Cultura Fest 2025.

Assemblymember Papan pictured with a traditional dance troupe at the South San Francisco Cultura Fest.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Aug 19

Made the trip down from the Capitol to honor San Mateo's own Sue Lempert. Sue is retiring after 20 years of publishing her weekly column for the Daily Journal. But we all know Sue's long list of contributions. It is no surprise that many turned out to honor this pillar of our community.

Sue Lempert flanked by local leaders in the San Mateo City Council Chambers.

Assemblymember Diane Papan (left) presenting Sue Lempert (right) with a State Resolution honoring her service to San Mateo County in the San Mateo City Council chamber.

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Aug 5

Thank you former Mayor Karyl Matsumoto for standing up for San Mateo County | www.smdailyjournal.com/opinion/lett...

Collaboration works best if each partner is respected

Editor,

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Aug 5

Thank you former Mayor Charles Stone for standing up for San Mateo County | www.smdailyjournal.com/opinion/lett...

Papan’s proposal would go a long way

Editor,

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Aug 5

Thank you Mayor Julia Mates for standing up for San Mateo County | www.smdailyjournal.com/opinion/lett...

Support for Papan’s transit proposal

Editor,

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Assemblymember Diane Papan @asmdianepapan.bsky.social · Aug 4

Today, I published an editorial in the Daily Journal providing a framework for accountability if San Mateo County is to participate in a five-county regional sales tax for transit. Accountability for local funds is a must: www.smdailyjournal.com/opinion/gues...