author, Senator Maria Elena Durazo, a paid leave champion, her incredible Chief of Staff Jenn (who I am proud to say I have known for two decades), and our incredible partners, especially the leadership of the Work and Family Coalition, Legal Aid at Work, Equality CA, the CA Caregiver Coalition, and so many more.
It was a collective effort. I would like to think that our joining as a co-sponsor this year helped with securing GOP support - but who knows. They may be supporting (unlike two years ago) because they are starting to see the need for PFL for chosen family in their own lives and their districts.
