Sam Spade's San Francisco

Tom Ammiano's first term as a member of the California Assembly representing the people of San Francisco has been phenomenal. Tom has been very good news for progressive Democrats and for San Franciscans.

I endorse Tom with as much energy and conviction as it is possible for me to muster. I have donated to Tom's campaign, volunteered for his campaign and I am very proud to be supporting Tom again in his re-election.

Here is a very brief synopsis of the work Tom has been doing for us at the state capitol:

The Marijuana Control, Regulation and Education Act. Regulates marijuana like alcohol and tobacco by permitting taxed sales to those 21 and older. The Assembly Public Safety Committee approval was the beginning of the formal process of approving the first marijuana legalization law in American history.

Single Payer Healthcare in California. Tom is the principal author. It has been approved by the State Senate and Tom is confident it will win approval in the Assembly.

Split Rolls. Commercial properties are taxed at a different rate than residential properties. There are loopholes in Proposition 13 that allows certain commercial properties to be transferred without triggering an update on property taxes.

Municipal ID Program. Building on the overwhelmingly successful San Francisco program, legislation allowing every county to implement a similar program.

LGBT/Transgender Prisoner Rights Act. Add sexual orientation and gender identity as factors to be considered to safely classify and house prisoners.

Foster Children. Establish a 3-year project for pre-adoption and post-adoption services to ensure successful adoption of children who have been in foster care 18 months or more.

BART Police Department. Establish independent public oversight.

You can learn more about Tom Ammiano, find out about the May 6th fundraiser kick-off or contact the campaign office to volunteer at: www.tomammiano.com

You can also visit Tom's official California State Assembly website

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