Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil Embarks on 10-Day Statewide Tribal Listening Tour

SACRAMENTO – Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson), in collaboration with Assemblyman James C. Ramos, Chair of the Native American Caucus, is proud to announce the commencement of a 10-day statewide Tribal listening tour across nine counties during the Legislature’s spring recess. The goal of the tour, organized by Senator Alvarado-Gil, is to foster direct engagement with tribal communities across California and to gain invaluable insights into their needs and concerns.

The Senator has extended invitations to members from both houses of the California State Legislature to join her in this endeavor, recognizing the importance of collective understanding when it comes to addressing the diverse needs of tribal nations within the state.

During the tour, Senator Alvarado-Gil will immerse herself in the rich cultural heritage of the following tribes:

Yurok Tribe of the Yurok Reservation, California

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation

Barona Capitan Grande Band of Diegueno Mission Indians of California

Morongo Band of Mission Indians, California

Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians of California

Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians of the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation, California

Big Pine Paiute Tribe of the Owens Valley and Bishop Paiute Tribe

Picayune Rancheria of Chukchansi Indians of California

Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation

Tuolumne Band of Mi-Wuk Indians

Senator Alvarado-Gil reflected on the importance of the listening tour saying, "As stewards of California policy, it is critical that we gain a greater understanding of the sovereign nations and how our governments intersect. The listening tour provides an opportunity for legislators to listen, learn, and collaborate with tribal communities. By approaching this tour with humility and openness, we can better address the needs and aspirations of our tribal partners."

Senator Alvarado-Gil represents the 4th Senate District including the Counties of Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Inyo, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne.

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