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California Enacts Street Vendor Protection Act for Immigrants

10/10/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 635, the Street Vendor Protection Act, shielding vendors' personal information from immigration agencies.
Authored by Senator María Elena Durazo, the law aims to protect immigrant entrepreneurs and small-business owners.
Over 60 organizations supported the legislation. Advocates say the measure preserves privacy, reduces deportation risk, fosters small-business growth, and takes effect January 1, 2026.

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Story summary

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 635, the Street Vendor Protection Act, shielding vendors' personal information from immigration agencies.
Authored by Senator María Elena Durazo, the law aims to protect immigrant entrepreneurs and small-business owners.
Over 60 organizations supported the legislation. Advocates say the measure preserves privacy, reduces deportation risk, fosters small-business growth, and takes effect January 1, 2026.