Ben Allen
@benallenca.bsky.social
State Senator focused on protecting the environment, cleaning up our political system, and quality education for our children. Bilingüe and a proud dad.
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Excited to be coauthoring #SB877 & #SB878 (Perez) to increase transparency & protections for insurance policyholders.
Californians deserve to know how their loss estimates are calculated, and they definitely deserve a more rapid resolution to their claim.
calmatters.org/economy/2026...
Californians deserve to know how their loss estimates are calculated, and they definitely deserve a more rapid resolution to their claim.
calmatters.org/economy/2026...
Fires burn swiftly, but insurance battles linger: New bills propose consumer-friendly regulations
California lawmakers roll out new bills attempting to further regulate insurance companies like State Farm.
https://calmatters.org/economy/2026/01/2026-fire-insurance-bills/"
January 29, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Excited to be coauthoring #SB877 & #SB878 (Perez) to increase transparency & protections for insurance policyholders.
Californians deserve to know how their loss estimates are calculated, and they definitely deserve a more rapid resolution to their claim.
calmatters.org/economy/2026...
Californians deserve to know how their loss estimates are calculated, and they definitely deserve a more rapid resolution to their claim.
calmatters.org/economy/2026...
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Our job as public officials is to keep our communities safe and healthy. This is especially true for disaster survivors who need to know the home and community they are returning to are safe.
January 16, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Our job as public officials is to keep our communities safe and healthy. This is especially true for disaster survivors who need to know the home and community they are returning to are safe.
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Honored to be recognized as a #CAHealthConsumerChampion for my voting record last year, fighting to increase affordability throughout California's health care system!
January 17, 2026 at 12:29 AM
Honored to be recognized as a #CAHealthConsumerChampion for my voting record last year, fighting to increase affordability throughout California's health care system!
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A bill has been introduced in Congress that would move us backwards and re-enable the greenwashing of American consumers. Rep. Randy Weber must respect states' rights and CA's truth-in-labeling policy that provides corporate accountability and consumer confidence.
January 21, 2026 at 10:53 PM
A bill has been introduced in Congress that would move us backwards and re-enable the greenwashing of American consumers. Rep. Randy Weber must respect states' rights and CA's truth-in-labeling policy that provides corporate accountability and consumer confidence.
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Joined Pro Tem Monique Limón, Speaker Robert Rivas, and Democratic leaders to stand in solidarity with Minnesota and condemn the atrocities committed by ICE agents that led to the death of two protestors.
January 27, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Joined Pro Tem Monique Limón, Speaker Robert Rivas, and Democratic leaders to stand in solidarity with Minnesota and condemn the atrocities committed by ICE agents that led to the death of two protestors.
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An important milestone for displaced families and students. I hope returning to their home campus can provide a sense of familiarity and normalcy that has long been missed.
www.dailynews.com/2026/01/26/p...
www.dailynews.com/2026/01/26/p...
Palisades Charter High School returns home after fire, marking a new chapter of recovery
On Tuesday morning, students will be greeted by faculty, student ambassadors, and the Pali High band as families, alumni, and neighbors line the streets to welcome the campus back to life.
https://www.dailynews.com/2026/01/26/palisades-charter-high-school-returns-home-after-fire-marking-a-new-chapter-of-recovery/"
January 27, 2026 at 10:26 PM
An important milestone for displaced families and students. I hope returning to their home campus can provide a sense of familiarity and normalcy that has long been missed.
www.dailynews.com/2026/01/26/p...
www.dailynews.com/2026/01/26/p...
It’s bad enough that they’re killing unarmed protestors in the streets - and then they add insult to injury by trying to tell us to disbelieve our lying eyes as to the circumstances of the killings!! So unacceptable / so outrageous.
www.nytimes.com/live/2026/us...
www.nytimes.com/live/2026/us...
Live Updates: Federal Agents Kill a 37-Year-Old Minneapolis Man
www.nytimes.com
January 24, 2026 at 9:19 PM
It’s bad enough that they’re killing unarmed protestors in the streets - and then they add insult to injury by trying to tell us to disbelieve our lying eyes as to the circumstances of the killings!! So unacceptable / so outrageous.
www.nytimes.com/live/2026/us...
www.nytimes.com/live/2026/us...
Two very troubling pieces in the @latimes today: one about how the LAFD Palisades fire report was watered down to downplay mistakes and the other about how SC Edison raised everyone’s rates to pay for infrastructure improvements that were never done! Mistrust and the stakes are incredibly high…
December 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Two very troubling pieces in the @latimes today: one about how the LAFD Palisades fire report was watered down to downplay mistakes and the other about how SC Edison raised everyone’s rates to pay for infrastructure improvements that were never done! Mistrust and the stakes are incredibly high…
A joyful day marred by horror and tragedy. Enjoyed the El Segundo holiday parade and later celebrated the start of Hanukkah, but my heart hurts for today’s victims in Sydney and Providence, as well as the Reiners. Hero of the day was the extraordinary Ahmed Al Ahmed: www.npr.org/2025/12/14/n...
Bystander hailed as a hero for disarming Sydney gunman
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns on Sunday praised the man's actions, calling it "the most unbelievable scene."
www.npr.org
December 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM
A joyful day marred by horror and tragedy. Enjoyed the El Segundo holiday parade and later celebrated the start of Hanukkah, but my heart hurts for today’s victims in Sydney and Providence, as well as the Reiners. Hero of the day was the extraordinary Ahmed Al Ahmed: www.npr.org/2025/12/14/n...
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Join us for some holiday festivities at my annual Holiday #ToyDrive on Wednesday, December 10 at @SantaMonicaPlace! Enjoy live music, food & beverages, and conversations about top district issues going into the new year.
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/allen-toy-drive. Hope to see you there!
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/allen-toy-drive. Hope to see you there!
November 21, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Join us for some holiday festivities at my annual Holiday #ToyDrive on Wednesday, December 10 at @SantaMonicaPlace! Enjoy live music, food & beverages, and conversations about top district issues going into the new year.
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/allen-toy-drive. Hope to see you there!
Learn more & RSVP: bit.ly/allen-toy-drive. Hope to see you there!
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Great visit to #IndustrialLight&Magic — home of E.T. & Star Wars. 🎬✨
As a lead author of #AB1138 #CAFilmAndTVJobsAct with @benallenca.bsky.social, I’m working to keep jobs like these—and movie magic—right here in CA. #ILM #VFX #CreativeEconomy #KeepCaliforniaRolling
As a lead author of #AB1138 #CAFilmAndTVJobsAct with @benallenca.bsky.social, I’m working to keep jobs like these—and movie magic—right here in CA. #ILM #VFX #CreativeEconomy #KeepCaliforniaRolling
November 5, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Great visit to #IndustrialLight&Magic — home of E.T. & Star Wars. 🎬✨
As a lead author of #AB1138 #CAFilmAndTVJobsAct with @benallenca.bsky.social, I’m working to keep jobs like these—and movie magic—right here in CA. #ILM #VFX #CreativeEconomy #KeepCaliforniaRolling
As a lead author of #AB1138 #CAFilmAndTVJobsAct with @benallenca.bsky.social, I’m working to keep jobs like these—and movie magic—right here in CA. #ILM #VFX #CreativeEconomy #KeepCaliforniaRolling
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Thank you @milkeninstitute.org for our insightful conversation about the fire, recovery, risk, and insurance. Appreciated the thoughtful questions and discussion! We have to learn from the fires and rebuild in a way that better incorporates the best fire science.
November 4, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Thank you @milkeninstitute.org for our insightful conversation about the fire, recovery, risk, and insurance. Appreciated the thoughtful questions and discussion! We have to learn from the fires and rebuild in a way that better incorporates the best fire science.
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The CalAssist Mortgage Fund Program increased the eligible household income limit to $211,050 for recent fire survivors within LA County.
Learn more about this mortgage assistance for destroyed properties, and apply today at www.calassistmortgagefund.org.
Learn more about this mortgage assistance for destroyed properties, and apply today at www.calassistmortgagefund.org.
November 3, 2025 at 8:21 PM
The CalAssist Mortgage Fund Program increased the eligible household income limit to $211,050 for recent fire survivors within LA County.
Learn more about this mortgage assistance for destroyed properties, and apply today at www.calassistmortgagefund.org.
Learn more about this mortgage assistance for destroyed properties, and apply today at www.calassistmortgagefund.org.
Always love the opportunity to do a guest lecture on public policy to engage with our future leaders. This time, I went to USC where we discussed using policy to solve major problems and navigating implementation.
October 10, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Always love the opportunity to do a guest lecture on public policy to engage with our future leaders. This time, I went to USC where we discussed using policy to solve major problems and navigating implementation.
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@governor.ca.gov signs new #California law to help protect new & used car buyers from common car buying scams. TY @benallenca.bsky.social for championing first-in-the-nation consumer protection law. BRAVO!!! apple.news/AW3oOij75Rnu...
New California law means big changes for car buyers. Here’s how it will work — San Francisco Chronicle
Consumers who buy or lease a new or used car from a California dealer will have meaningful new protections — including a first-in-the-nation right to return a used car for a refund within three days o...
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October 10, 2025 at 12:24 AM
@governor.ca.gov signs new #California law to help protect new & used car buyers from common car buying scams. TY @benallenca.bsky.social for championing first-in-the-nation consumer protection law. BRAVO!!! apple.news/AW3oOij75Rnu...
Well articulated by renowned chef, Andrew Zimmern. Toxic forever chemicals are contaminating our food & water and poisoning our bodies. They don't belong in the pots and pans we cook with every day.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/o...
Opinion | Relax, America, There Is Life After Nonstick Pans
www.nytimes.com
October 8, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Well articulated by renowned chef, Andrew Zimmern. Toxic forever chemicals are contaminating our food & water and poisoning our bodies. They don't belong in the pots and pans we cook with every day.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/o...
Governor Newsom has signed my #SB766 to provide stronger transparency and consumer protections for car shoppers! This new law eliminates deceptive practices that lead to junk fees and falsely advertised vehicle prices.
October 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Governor Newsom has signed my #SB766 to provide stronger transparency and consumer protections for car shoppers! This new law eliminates deceptive practices that lead to junk fees and falsely advertised vehicle prices.
Last week wrapped up the legislative year for us! Here's a look at just a few of my bills that made it to the Governor's Desk for a possible signature, focusing on insurance & disaster relief, natural resources & public health, and consumer protections.
September 19, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Last week wrapped up the legislative year for us! Here's a look at just a few of my bills that made it to the Governor's Desk for a possible signature, focusing on insurance & disaster relief, natural resources & public health, and consumer protections.
Another great conversation with AIA Los Angeles, discussing how we can utilize the principles of a circular economy in our built environment.
Issues like adaptive reuse, as well as community hardening techniques, can make important contributions to a sustainable future.
Issues like adaptive reuse, as well as community hardening techniques, can make important contributions to a sustainable future.
September 17, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Another great conversation with AIA Los Angeles, discussing how we can utilize the principles of a circular economy in our built environment.
Issues like adaptive reuse, as well as community hardening techniques, can make important contributions to a sustainable future.
Issues like adaptive reuse, as well as community hardening techniques, can make important contributions to a sustainable future.
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Celebrity chefs want to kill @benallenca.bsky.social's #SB682 that would ban dangerous PFAS from cookware in California. These chefs either sell or endorse cookware lines that use these ‘forever chemicals’, putting their personal profits over public health.
California Wants to Ban ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Pans. These Chefs Say Don’t Do It.
www.nytimes.com
September 12, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Celebrity chefs want to kill @benallenca.bsky.social's #SB682 that would ban dangerous PFAS from cookware in California. These chefs either sell or endorse cookware lines that use these ‘forever chemicals’, putting their personal profits over public health.
PFAS are leading to an avoidable public health crisis. It’s clear we need to be taking stronger steps to regulate and minimize the use of these forever chemicals.
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/31/c...
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/31/c...
Something’s Poisoning America’s Land. Farmers Fear ‘Forever Chemicals.’ (Published 2024)
www.nytimes.com
September 11, 2025 at 6:43 PM
PFAS are leading to an avoidable public health crisis. It’s clear we need to be taking stronger steps to regulate and minimize the use of these forever chemicals.
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/31/c...
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/31/c...
Honored our brilliant @ccst.us on the Senate Floor this week! My office has benefited tremendously from the addition of Dr. Adam Cooper this year, who has worked on issues such as cap & trade, the use of forever chemicals, environmental contaminants, wildfire recovery efforts, and more.
August 26, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Honored our brilliant @ccst.us on the Senate Floor this week! My office has benefited tremendously from the addition of Dr. Adam Cooper this year, who has worked on issues such as cap & trade, the use of forever chemicals, environmental contaminants, wildfire recovery efforts, and more.
Fascinating and important roundtable with Palisades residents to learn more about the challenges many are facing on the insurance front right now, along with state-wide challenges.
August 26, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Fascinating and important roundtable with Palisades residents to learn more about the challenges many are facing on the insurance front right now, along with state-wide challenges.