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Support for Assembly Bill (AB) 2257

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Last discussed Apr 21, 2026.

Public comments (3)

SupportiveLarry BarrettApr 21, 2026

Supported AB 2257, arguing it provides a necessary management alternative for jail operations in light of compliance concerns.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS — April 21, 2026 · 4:27:43 →
OpposedJC HunterApr 21, 2026

Opposed AB 2257 on behalf of the Deputy Sheriff's Association, attributing staffing and overtime issues to uncompetitive wages rather than the sheriff's leadership.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS — April 21, 2026 · 2:09:18 →
OpposedAndy CaldwellApr 21, 2026

Opposed AB 2257, defending the elected sheriff and urging the board to utilize existing behavioral health resources instead.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS — April 21, 2026 · 2:11:39 →