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Blanca E. Rubio Voting Record & Scorecard | Institute for Legislative Analysis

CA Assemblymember

District: 48 • Democrat

2022 Alignment:

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Asm. Blanca E. Rubio (D-CA-48) earned a 6% Institute for Legislative Analysis score for 2022, showing minimal alignment with limited-government principles. Blanca E. Rubio voted on 43 of the 43 key bills ILA scored in 2022. Blanca E. Rubio represents the 48th District in the California State Assembly. Highest category scores: Energy and Environment (100%), Law and Scope of Government (17%), and Individual Liberties (8%).

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AB 117Assembly 20222x

Growing Government Dependency by Providing Electric Bicycle Vouchers to Certain Individuals Based on Income.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes the "Electric Bicycle Incentive Project" to provide vouchers to income-eligible individuals to purchase e-bikes at certain retailers.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as not only do measures such as this provide competitive advantages to government-favored companies, and further hike taxpayer costs, but also disincentivize advancement and grow government dependency by expanding the welfare state.
AB 1227Assembly 20222x

Attacking Second Amendment Rights through Additional Taxes on Firearms and Ammunition - Resulting in a 25% Sales Tax Rate.

Against
Limited
Government
The "Gun Violence Prevention, Healing, and Recovery Act" enacts an additional 3.75% sale tax on firearms and ammunition sold in the state. As a result, purchasers of firearms and ammunition may face a sales tax rate of over 25% when factoring in the state tax (11%), local taxes (up to 3.5%) and the federal tax (11%). This taxation also does not include the amount passed onto consumers through the $37.19 fee placed on firearm dealers plus other taxes.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as James Madison and our nation's other founding fathers understood that the right to keep and bear arms is a crucial individual liberty and protects the citizenry against a tyrannical government. This measure serves to punish law-abiding individuals who wish to exercise their Second Amendment rights through outrageous levels of taxation.
AB 1287Assembly 20221x

Imposing Government Price Controls on Consumer Products to Prohibit the So-called "Pink Tax".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill prohibits any person or business from charging a different price for two "substantially similar" items based on the gender of the individuals for whom the items are marketed and intended.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as free market competition - not a government price control - is the best mechanism to ensure consumers receive the highest quality goods at the lowest prices. This measure merely serves as a new tool to enrich greedy plaintiffs' attorneys through the advancement of frivolous litigation surrounding the so-called "pink tax".
AB 1410Assembly 20221x

Infringing Private Contracting Rights through Government Overreach into the Governance Practices of Private Condominium Associations

Against
Limited
Government
This bill imposes a series of new restrictions on the governing practices of Home Owners Associations (HOAs) and other planned communities. For example, the bill places new regulations on HOAs concerning the ability of owners to rent their units as well as how issues are discussed on social media platforms.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as it is not the role of government to dictate the private contractual agreements and operations of HOAs. HOAs serve as free-market alternatives to government zoning and land use standards, as individuals can choose the restrictiveness of the community they wish to join or select to live on property outside the governance of an HOA.
AB 158Assembly 20223x

Forcing Taxpayers to Pay $400 Million in Dues to Labor Unions for their Members.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill provides a refundable tax credit of up to $100 for dues paid to a labor union, with a total of up to $400 million in allowable credits.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as taxpayers should not be forced to pay labor union dues and further enrich union bosses. Measures such as this highlight the importance of "Right to Work" legislation, which protects the ability of individuals to work without joining a labor union.
AB 1594Assembly 20223x

Attempting to Force Firearm Manufacturers Out of Business by Exposing them to Frivolous and Costly Litigation.

Against
Limited
Government
The "Firearm Industry Responsibility Act" prohibits a firearm manufacture from manufacturing or marketing a product that is "abnormally dangerous and likely to create an unreasonable risk of harm to public health and safety in California". Additionally, the bill allows individuals to sue a manufacturer for any actions or failure by their distributors to comply with state law if the individual suffers damages from the misuse of a firearm.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as James Madison and our nation's other founding fathers understood that the right to keep and bear arms is a crucial individual liberty and protects the citizenry against a tyrannical government. This measure is primarily designed to drive firearm manufacturers out of business through an attempt to advance a gun-control agenda.
AB 1632Assembly 20221x

Forcing Private Businesses to Grant Access to Employee Restrooms for Individuals with an "Eligible Medical Condition".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill requires all publicly serving businesses to provide individuals with an "eligible medical condition" (such as inflammatory bowel disease) access to their toilet facilities. The access must be provided even if the toilet facility is otherwise only available to employees, and a business can be fined $100 for each case of non-compliance.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as lawmakers should not further grow the regulatory state and impose mandates on private businesses to account for the near endless list of medical conditions that individuals may face. Such one-size-fits all mandates may also result in abuse of business restrooms - especially when considering California's extremely high homeless rates.
AB 1778Assembly 20222x

Blocking Infrastructure and Freeway Expansions to Prevent "Racist Roadways".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill requires consultation of the "California Healthy Places Index" when determining freeway expansion projects. According to the sponsor, the bill is designed to end "systemic racism" resulting from freeway expansion projects in low-income communities of color.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this politicized measure will merely increase travel and commute times across the state, while further driving up taxpayer costs and delays in critical infrastructure projects.
AB 1918Assembly 20221x

Forcing Taxpayers to Fund Scholarships and Training for Abortion Providers by Establishing the "California Reproductive Health Service Corps".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes the California Reproductive Health Service Corps "for the purposes of recruiting, training, and retaining a diverse workforce of reproductive health care professionals in underserved areas." The bill directs funding towards scholarships, stipends for living expenses and childcare, and loan repayment for providers who work at a "corps-approved site".
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as taxpayers should not fund scholarships or loan repayments for any industry, let alone an industry which faces strong opposition by a significant portion of the population.
AB 1930Assembly 20221x

Increasing Government Dependency by Expanding Medicaid Postpartum Coverage from 60 Days to an Entire Year.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill extends the duration of postpartum coverage provided under Medicaid (government-provided healthcare) from 60 days to 1 year.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill further grows government-provided healthcare and dependency while also placing significant additional costs on both state and federal taxpayers.
AB 1951Assembly 20222x

Increasing Tax Burdens on Other Individuals and Businesses through an Expansion of Sales Tax Exemptions for Research and Development and the Manufacturing Sector.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill replaces the partial sales tax exemption for manufacturing equipment and research and development with a full sales tax exemption through 2028. This exemption covers items such as machinery, computers and special purpose buildings used for manufacturing or research and development.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as all state and local tax codes should be constructed in a broadly applied manner with as low of rates as possible for everyone. The central planning and tax cronyism enacted under this measure provides special benefits and advantages to the manufacturing industry while shifting tax burdens to all other industries and companies that do not share the same business model. Instead, lawmakers should instead utilize the $500 million in tax savings to provide a broad tax cut across all industries, which will allow the free market to provide far greater job and business growth.
AB 1965Assembly 20222x

Spending $100 Million to Bypass a Critical Federal Welfare Integrity Measure and Provide Food Stamps to Work-Ready Adults who Refuse to Comply with Work Requirements.

Against
Limited
Government
The "California Antihunger Response Act of 2022" creates a new state program in which able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWD) are provided food stamp benefits despite not complying with the work requirements of CalFresh which are set by the federal government. The cost to create the new system (not accounting for benefit payouts) is estimated to cost $100 million.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill is intended to circumvent the federal work requirements implemented in the mid-1990s to help encourage able-bodied individuals to find employment and regain self-reliance. This bill places an unnecessary cost onto taxpayers while discouraging work-ready adults to become self-sufficient.
AB 2026Assembly 20223x

Increasing Consumer Costs and Shipping Damage by Banning Online Retailers from Utilizing Single-Use Plastic Envelopes, Bubble Wrap and Styrofoam.

Supports
Limited
Government
This bill prohibits online retailers from utilizing single-use plastic envelopes, cushioning, bubble wrap, or polystyrene to ship products to consumers.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as not only will this bill significantly drive up consumer product costs but also increase the likelihood of damage during the shipping process. imposes additional government restrictions on businesses and drives up prices in favor of an environmental agenda.
AB 2098Assembly 20222x

Allowing the State Medical Board to Punish Doctors for Spreading Alleged "Misinformation" about COVID-19.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill declares that physicians and surgeons commit "unprofessional conduct" if they "disseminate misinformation" related to COVID-19, including false or misleading information regarding the nature and risks of the virus, its prevention and treatment; and the development, safety, and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines".
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this politicized measure promotes government censorship and prevents physicians from best serving their patients - which is especially problematic considering the everchanging guidelines and determinations being made by the government concerning COVID-19.
AB 2134Assembly 20222x

Providing "Free" Abortions to Women Earning up to 400% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes the California Reproductive Health Equity Program, which provides no cost or reduced cost abortion services to women earning up to 400% of the federal poverty level. Additionally, the bill requires health insurers which provide plans without abortion coverage to religious employers, to provide written notice to those enrollees that they may be eligible for no cost abortions through the state program.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as regardless of ones view on abortion, it is not the role of government to provide such coverage and force the costs onto taxpayers, many of whom have deep religious objections to the practice.
AB 2183Assembly 20223x

Hiking Consumer Costs and Empowering Union Leaders by Unionizing the Agricultural Industry through a Card-Check System.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill makes it much easier for union leaders to unionize agricultural workers across the state's 30,000 farms. Specifically, the bill authorizes usage of a "card check" system which allows leaders to publicly pressure workers into unionizing, as opposed to the existing "secret ballot voting" system.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this measure will subject agricultural workers to significant new levels of intimidation and harassment to unionize by labor leaders. Measures such as this highlight the importance of "Right to Work" legislation, which protects the ability of individuals to work without joining a labor union.
AB 2193Assembly 20223x

Expanding Taxpayer-Funded Legal Aid Programs to Illegal Immigrants.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill expands legal aid eligibility under the Sargent Civil Counsel Act to now include individuals who may be residing in the country unlawfully. Taxpayer funded aid that is provided under this act includes certain civil, housing-related, guardianships, and domestic violence related matters.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as it is not the role of government to guarantee taxpayer-funded legal counsel in civil matters - especially for individuals who are residing in the country illegally. Measures such as this merely further incentive illegal immigration.
AB 2194Assembly 20221x

Forcing Pharmacists to Undergo an Hour "Cultural Competency" Course Every 2 Years Focused on LGBTQ+ Individuals.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill requires pharmacists to complete at least one hour of continuing education in a "cultural competency course" every two years. The course must focus on individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and must also "contain elements demonstrating how sexual identity is directly impacted through intersectionality."
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill is largely designed to enrich entities and individuals who provide such "cultural competency services". Instead of this politically-motivated government mandate, pharmacists should be free to select the trainings which will provide them the greatest value and information to serve their patients.
AB 2199Assembly 20221x

Forcing Taxpayers to Fund Additional Doula Services Through the Creation of the "Birthing Justice for California Families Pilot Project".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes the "Birthing Justice for California Families Pilot Project", which funds community-based doula groups to provide services to individuals who are otherwise not eligible under the state's Medicaid system.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this measure further increases government dependency under a state system that already provides benefits to a substantial portion of the population through Medi-Cal. Lawmakers should instead work to reduce barriers for charitable organizations to direct aid and assistance to those that truly need it, not expand the ineffective welfare state.
AB 2269Assembly 20221x

Threatening Innovation by Imposing a New Licensing Regime on a Range of Digital and Crypto Financial Assets.

Against
Limited
Government
The "Digital Financial Assets Law" creates a new licensing and regulatory framework for digital financial assets under the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. A range of products including cryptocurrencies, virtual currencies and electronic precious metals would now be subject to state regulation.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as the federal government is already attempting to regulate these products, and there is a serious risk that regulations imposed at any level government could threaten innovation within this industry. It is critical to protect this industry from overregulation as bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies play a crucial role as a safeguard against the reckless policies of the Federal Reserve.
AB 2320Assembly 20221x

Channeling Tens of Millions of Additional Taxpayer Funds to Providers of Abortion in "Marginalized Communities".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes a new pilot program within the California Health and Human Services Agency (CHHSA) which provides additional taxpayer funding to primary care clinics that perform abortion and are located in five counties across different regions of the state.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as it is not the role of government to promote abortion and force payment from taxpayers to advance abortion (many of whom may have strong religious objections).
AB 2517Assembly 20222x

Expanding Cronyism and Unnecessary Spending by Providing Grants to Government-Favored Community Groups with Politically Driven Agendas.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes the "California Coordinated Neighborhood and Community Services Grant Program" which provides state grants to certain organizations in federal "Promise Neighborhoods". Many of these groups have politically-motivated agendas, such as bill sponsor "StriveTogether" which promotes on its website how its network member led the passage of a ballot measure which hiked property taxes in Colorado to increase school funding.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as taxpayer funds should not be utilized to advance political initiatives. The private sector (through charitable endeavors) is best equipped to direct funding to the groups and initiatives which are most needed and beneficial to communities.
AB 2608Assembly 20223x

Weakening Election Integrity by Ending the Preservation of Vote by Mail Applications and Expanding Recipients of "Second" Mailed Ballots.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill repeals the requirement that the state preserve all applications for mail ballots for 22 months following the date of federal elections, and 6 months from the date of state and local elections. Additionally, election officials are now required to also send a "second ballot" via mail to a "voter representative" upon written request by a voter.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill promotes ballot harvesting as well as weakens safeguards to prevent voter fraud. Such safeguards against fraud are critical to ensuring free and fair elections, an essential component of democracy under our nation's constitutional republic.
AB 2817Assembly 20223x

Increasing Government Dependency and Housing Market Costs through a New $5 Billion Housing Assistance Spending Program.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes the "Housing California Challenge Program" to provide $5 billion in direct rental assistance over the next 5 years to individuals who are at risk of homelessness. This program is in addition to a number of other state programs, and funding under the bill may be utilized to help individuals locate and obtain housing as well as for long-term rental assistance.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill serves as yet another measure which traps individuals into poverty by disincentivizing advancement and growing government dependency. Additionally, the bill's $5 billion in subsidies will merely bid up the market prices of existing rental units, thus worsening the state's housing affordability crisis and likely leading to additional homelessness and government dependency.
AB 2847Assembly 20223x

Forcing Taxpayers to Spend Hundreds of Millions Annually to Provide Unemployment Benefits to Illegal Immigrants.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill establishes the "Excluded Workers Pilot Program" which provides illegal immigrants with up to 20 weeks of unemployment benefits, at an amount of $300 per week. The bill is estimated to cost state taxpayers $237 million to build out and over $215 million in annual benefit payouts.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as providing individuals who entered the country unlawfully to taxpayer funded welfare benefits merely incentivizes additional illegal immigration. While reforms are needed to the U.S. immigration system to increase the number of skilled individuals who may enter and work in our country, measures such as this undermine reform efforts and plunge taxpayers into further debt.
AB 2870Assembly 20222x

Further Expanding Firearm Seizures Without Due Process Through the "Gun Violence Restraining Order".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill expands the state's "Gun Violence Restraining Order" (GVRO) or "red flag" law to expand the category of persons who may petition a court to issue an order. Specifically, roommates, dating partners and those with "substantial and regular interactions" may now seek to have a firearm immediately taken away from another person through an "ex-parte" (one-sided) petition to a court if the individual alleges the person in possession of the firearm is in danger to themselves or others.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as the one-sided petition violates due process under the law (an individual can't provide their defense) and this program lacks provisions that prevent nefarious individuals from abusing the system to harass or harm law-abiding individuals, thus unduly infringing their Second Amendment protections and leaving them defenseless.
AB 2974Assembly 20221x

Hiking Taxpayer Costs through an Additional Small Business Procurement Mandate for Infrastructure Projects.

Against
Limited
Government
The "Small Business Procurement and Contract Act" establishes a 25% small business target for infrastructure contracts issued through the $14 billion the state received under the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as all government contracting and procurement decisions should be based strictly on factors relating to cost and quality. Contracting quotas and mandates such as this bill merely restrict competition and unnecessarily drive-up taxpayer costs, while also potentially reducing project quality and timeliness.
AB 351Assembly 20221x

Strengthening Individual Liberties by Permitting "Human Composting" as an Alternative to Burial and Cremation

Supports
Limited
Government
Beginning in 2027, this bill authorizes "human composting," an alternative to burial or cremation in which human remains naturally decompose over a 30-45 day period and are turned into a soil. The human composted soil can then be kept by the deceased's family or donated to conservation land.
Support is the Limited Government Position as while entities fearing competition such as Catholic cemeteries heavily lobbied against this bill, individuals should be free to determine the final disposition of their remains.
SB 1142Assembly 20221x

Promoting Abortion through the Creation of a State Website to Provide Information on Abortion Providers and How to Obtain Support Services Such as Airfare, Meals and Lodging.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill requires the California Health and Human Services Agency to establish a website providing various abortion related information. Such information includes the locations of abortion providers, available practical support services like airfare, lodging, meals, etc., and payment support resources.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as it is not the role of government to promote abortion and force payment from taxpayers to advance abortion (many of whom may have strong religious objections). All abortions are tragedies and every child deserves the right to life.
SB 1234Assembly 20221x

Increasing Government Dependency by Providing STD Treatment to all LGBTQ Individuals at the Expense of Taxpayers.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill expands Family PACT (government-provided healthcare) to include prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases for individuals who already may be insured and are not at risk of experiencing or causing an unintended pregnancy. The bill is primarily directed at LGBTQ individuals who may have confidentiality concerns using their insurance for treatment.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill further grows government-provided healthcare and dependency while also estimated to place tens of millions of dollars of additional costs onto taxpayers.
SB 1247Assembly 20221x

Infringing Franchisor and Franchise Contracting Rights through New Mandates Concerning Rights to Rebates and Monetary Incentives from Third Parties.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill amends California's Franchise Relations Act to impose new reporting requirements on monetary incentives and rebates that Franchisors may receive from third parties. Additionally, the bill forbids Franchisors from requiring a Franchisee to waive their right to a rebate or other benefit except under certain circumstances.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as it is not the role of government to intrude into the private contracting of private businesses to provide one party leverage or better contracting terms over another. Such actions violate the principles of free markets and the freedom to contract.
SB 1327Assembly 20222x

Attacking Firearm Owners and Second Amendment Rights by Allowing Anyone to Sue Another Individual Who Constructs, Transports or Sells a Firearm Banned by the State.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill, modeled after the Texas law allowing anyone to file lawsuits alleging violations of abortion laws, allows anyone to sue another individual who constructs, transports or offers for sale a firearm banned by the state, such as an "assault weapon" or unserialized firearm. Like the Texas law, the bill offers bounties of at least $10,000 for prevailing claimants. fi. The bill even includes language that the provisions will become inoperative if the Texas statute is struck down by the Texas Supreme Court or U.S. Supreme Court.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as James Madison and our nation's other founding fathers understood that the right to keep and bear arms is a crucial individual liberty and protects the citizenry against a tyrannical government. Lawmakers should not infringe the Second Amendment rights of their own state residents to politicize the actions taken by other states.
SB 222Assembly 20222x

Growing Government Dependency by Providing "Water Rate Assistance" to Certain Utility Payers based on Income.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill creates a new "Water Rate Assistance Program" which would require taxpayers to subsidize the water and wastewater utility bills of certain individuals based on income.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as further growing the size and scope of the government welfare state disincentivizes advancement and traps individuals into government dependency and poverty. The private sector, through charitable initiatives, is best equipped to help support those in need and work to make them self-sufficient.
SB 245Assembly 20221x

Increasing Health Insurance Premiums by Mandating Policies Provide Abortion Services Without any Co-Pay or Deductible.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill prohibits most health insurance plans, except for a specialized health care service plan contract, from requiring any cost sharing for abortion, such as a deductible, coinsurance, or copayment. The bill also applies to Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as each and every health insurance mandate or price control on co-payments prevents an individual from selecting a plan with just basic or customized coverages to fit their specific needs. As a result, health insurers are forced to only offer costly plans loaded with coverages that most individuals do not need. This can result in lower-income or younger individuals choosing to purchase no insurance plan at all due to the high cost.
SB 457Assembly 20222x

Growing Government Dependency by Providing $1,000 to Income-Eligible Individuals without Automobiles.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill provides a $1,000 refundable tax credit to single-filers earning up to $40,000, and joint-filers earning up to $60,000, who do not own or purchase a car.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as lawmakers should not use the power of government to centrally plan the lives of individuals and wage war against the internal combustion engine. Furthermore, growing the size and scope of the government welfare state disincentivizes advancement and traps individuals into government dependency and poverty.
SB 490Assembly 20222x

Increasing Taxpayer Costs by Worsening Protectionist Agricultural Procurement Mandates Placed on Schools and Universities.

Against
Limited
Government
The "Buy American Food Act" places more stringent domestic procurement requirements on California public schools and universities concerning their agricultural food purchases. Previous law required institutions to procure only domestically grown and processed foods unless the cost was greater than 5% of the non-domestic alternative. This bill now requires the non-domestic alternative to be at least 25% more costly, which is estimated to cost taxpayers an additional $1.9 billion.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill is largely designed to enrich California agricultural producers and labor unions, while unnecessarily punishing taxpayers who will be forced to bear the higher costs. The bill also directly violates the limited government principles of free trade and markets.
SB 523Assembly 20221x

Increasing Health Insurance Premiums by Mandating All Policies Cover Vasectomies and Contraceptives at No Cost.

Against
Limited
Government
The "Contraceptive Equity Act of 2022" requires all health insurance policies offered in the state to provide coverage for vasectomies and over-the-counter contraceptive drugs, devices and products. All of these services and products must be provided without any deductible or cost-sharing requirement. Additionally, the bill adds "reproductive healthcare decisions" to the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, thus prohibiting employers from taking any discriminatory actions.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as each and every health insurance mandate or price control on co-payments prevents an individual from selecting a plan with just basic or customized coverages to fit their specific needs. As a result, health insurers are forced to only offer costly plans loaded with coverages that most individuals do not need. This can result in lower-income or younger individuals choosing to purchase no insurance plan at all due to the high cost.
SB 6Assembly 20221x

Strengthening Property Rights by Permitting Residential Housing Development on Commercially Zoned Property Under Certain Conditions.

Supports
Limited
Government
The "Middle Class Housing Act of 2022" allows residential housing development on property zoned for commercial use if a project meets certain conditions, including meeting prevailing wage and "skilled and trained workforce" requirements. The bill is intended to override some local zoning regulations which forbid developers from constructing such mixed-use development.
Support is the Limited Government Position as while the bill does contain a couple negative provisions that cave to union labor demands, the bill serves as a step in the right direction by combatting overreaching local zoning regulations, thus strengthening property rights.
SB 70Assembly 20222x

Weakening Parental Rights by Mandating Kindergarten Attendance for All Children.

Against
Limited
Government
Beginning in 2024, this bill requires all children to attend kindergarten prior to entering first grade, which was previously optional.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill removes decision making from parents, who are best equipped to make decisions regarding their child's education.
SB 834Assembly 20222x

Providing the AG Overreaching New Powers to Revoke the Tax-Exempt Statuses of Non-Profit Organizations without Due Process if they Allegedly Incite "Insurrection".

Against
Limited
Government
This bill allows the Franchise Tax Board to revoke the tax-exempt status of an organization if the California Attorney General determines the organization has "actively engaged in, or incited" an offense such as treason, insurrection, seditious conspiracy, or government overthrow. The sponsor of the bill stated the measure is necessary since many non-profits supported the "insurrection" by "pro-Trump extremists" by perpetuating a "false narrative that the Democrats stole the 2020 election".
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill directly violates due process rights under the law. While any group found to commit a criminal act should be held accountable under the law, this measure instead serves as a weapon for politicians to unjustly target their political opponents and organizations.
SB 912Assembly 20221x

Increasing Health Insurance Premiums by Mandating All Policies Provide Coverage for Biomarker Testing

Against
Limited
Government
This bill requires all health insurance policies, including Medicaid, offered in the state to provide coverage for biomarker testing to diagnose, treat, manage, or monitor a person's disease or condition "if the test is supported by medical and scientific evidence."
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as each and every health insurance mandate or price control on co-payments prevents an individual from selecting a plan with just basic or customized coverages to fit their specific needs. As a result, health insurers are forced to only offer costly plans loaded with coverages that most individuals do not need. This can result in lower-income or younger individuals choosing to purchase no insurance plan at all due to the high cost.
SB 918Assembly 20223x

Infringing Second Amendment Rights and Defying the Supreme Court Ruling through New "Gun Free" Zones and Concealed Carry Law Changes.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill is largely in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen, which found the use of arbitrary "may issue" standards for concealed carry licenses to be unconstitutional. Under the bill, "gun free zones" are significantly expanded - including all private businesses by default unless they post a sign saying it is permitted. Additionally, concealed carry training requirements and costs are increased, among a number of other provisions.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as James Madison and our nation's other founding fathers understood that the right to keep and bear arms is a crucial individual liberty and protects the citizenry against a tyrannical government. This measure serves to undermine the Supreme Court's decision and limits the ability of law-abiding individuals to defend themselves from criminals.
SB 951Assembly 20223x

Further Expanding Wealth Redistribution Under the State's Paid Leave Program by Hiking the Wage Replacement Rate to 90%.

Against
Limited
Government
This bill further boosts payouts under the state's Paid Family Leave (PFL) program, which is funded through an additional 1.1% payroll tax on most workers. Specifically, the bill increases the wage replacement rate from 70% to 90% for workers who earn up to $57,000 a year.
Oppose is the Limited Government Position as this bill will inevitably lead to a further increase in the state payroll tax due to the higher payout and greater incentive for individuals to utilize the benefit. Instead of further growing this state wealth transfer initiative, lawmakers should eliminate the program and allow individuals to choose whether or not to purchase paid leave insurance through the private marketplace.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Asm. Blanca E. Rubio's voting record?

Asm. Blanca E. Rubio (D-CA-48) earned a 6% Institute for Legislative Analysis score for 2022, showing minimal alignment with limited-government principles. Blanca E. Rubio voted on 43 of the 43 key bills ILA scored in 2022. Blanca E. Rubio represents the 48th District in the California State Assembly. Highest category scores: Energy and Environment (100%), Law and Scope of Government (17%), and Individual Liberties (8%).

How aligned is Blanca E. Rubio with limited-government principles?

Blanca E. Rubio earned a 6% Institute for Legislative Analysis score in 2022, showing minimal alignment with limited-government principles.

What is Blanca E. Rubio's ILA score?

Blanca E. Rubio has a 6% ILA score for 2022.

Where does Blanca E. Rubio serve?

Asm. Blanca E. Rubio (D-CA-48) represents the 48th District in the California State Assembly as a Democrat.

What issue categories does Blanca E. Rubio score highest on?

Blanca E. Rubio's strongest categories on the Institute for Legislative Analysis scorecard are: Energy and Environment (100%), Law and Scope of Government (17%), Individual Liberties (8%).

Where can I see Blanca E. Rubio's full voting record?

View the full list of scored bills, category breakdown, and year-over-year voting record above. Institute for Legislative Analysis updates this scorecard as new key votes are scored.

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