Assemblywoman Fiona Ma Statement on AB 74 Next Steps

SAN FRANCISCO -- Assemblywoman Fiona Ma (D-San Francisco/San Mateo Counties) issued the following statement on Assembly Bill 74:

SAN FRANCISCO — Assemblywoman Fiona Ma (D-San Francisco/San Mateo Counties) issued the following statement on Assembly Bill 74:

"From the beginning, my intent was to find common sense public safety solutions for large entertainment events at state owned facilities," said Assemblywoman Ma. "After hearing from numerous members of the community, I have decided to convene stakeholder meetings to ensure that these tragic incidents don't happen again."

Assemblywoman Ma says the stakeholder group that she will convene starting in January will include representatives of the nightlife entertainment industry, youth, law enforcement, local government, and emergency medical responders.

"I don't believe anyone wants the tragedies that occurred this year to continue happening," Ma said. "The stakeholder meetings will be inclusive and I commit to not moving AB 74 until meeting and hearing from all perspectives. This issue is complicated. We have to find a way to protect young people without compromising everyone's legitimate rights to enjoy themselves in a safe environment. I appreciate everyone's input throughout this process," Ma continued.

Assemblywoman Ma introduced AB 74 in response to recent incidents at the Cow Palace in Daly City and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and Los Angeles Sports Arena, 3 publically-owned facilities:

Cow Palace Incidents

Los Angeles Coliseum and Los Angeles Sports Arena