CSAC/CSBA statement on the demise of SB 577
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Sept. 10, 2025) — The demise of Senate Bill 577 proves the trial lawyers care more about their exorbitant payouts than protecting core local services.
Counties and local educational agencies strongly believe survivors deserve justice. Sen. John Laird's (D-Santa Cruz) amendments would have ensured that justice while providing a lifeline to local governments and schools.
The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) and the California School Boards Association (CSBA) are grateful to Sen. Laird for the thankless but courageous task of good governance in the face of irresponsible and personal political attacks.
We call on Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders to bring everyone together and negotiate a path forward.
CSAC Contact: Ben Adler, Director of Public Affairs
Phone: (916) 879-3979 | Email: badler@counties.org
CSBA Contact: Troy Flint, Chief, Communications
Phone: (415) 902-8589 | Email: tflint@csba.org
CSBA is a nonprofit association representing nearly 1,000 PreK-12 school districts
and county offices of education throughout California.
www.csba.org