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Governor Vetoes Papan Bill to Track Data Center Water Use

Assemblymember Papan Expresses Disappointment, Urges Continued Action to Address Growing Water Demands from Expanding AI Industry

Sacramento, CA – Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed Assembly Bill 93, legislation authored by Assemblymember Diane Papan (D–San Mateo), that would have required data centers to disclose and certify their water consumption as part of the local business licensing process.

Assemblymember Diane Papan Co-Hosts Successful CalKIDS Webinar

San Mateo County Families Connected with State Scholarship Funds

San Mateo, CA — Assemblymember Diane Papan successfully co-hosted a virtual CalKIDS webinar on Thursday, August 14, 2025, helping local families learn about and claim CalKIDS Scholarship Accounts.

STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLYMEMBER DIANE PAPAN ON ASSEMBLY BILL 882

“After careful consideration and dialogue with a broad range of stakeholders, I have made the decision to designate AB 882 as a two-year bill. The additional time will allow me to incorporate critical feedback and refine the bill to better meet the needs of both the courts and the public.