A wave of opposition surged during the recent Assembly Appropriations Committee meeting as numerous speakers voiced their strong disapproval of Assembly Bill 928. The bill, which has sparked significant concern among community members across California, was met with a chorus of "no" from residents representing various counties, including San Diego, Sacramento, and Santa Barbara.

Octavio Salazar from Bakersfield kicked off the public comments, stating, "I oppose AB 928," a sentiment echoed by many throughout the session. The opposition was not limited to one region, with voices from as far as Lake County and Oceanside joining in. Eduardo Ramos from Santa Barbara County emphasized his strong opposition, while others like Azul Diaz and Abel Diaz from San Diego County rallied behind their fellow opponents.

The sheer volume of dissent highlighted a growing unease regarding the implications of AB 928, although specific details about the bill's content were not discussed in the meeting. The collective stance of the speakers suggests a significant grassroots movement against the legislation, indicating that the Assembly may face challenges in moving forward with the bill.

As the meeting concluded, the overwhelming opposition raised questions about the future of AB 928 and its potential impact on communities across California. The Assembly will need to consider these voices as they deliberate on the bill's fate in the coming sessions.