Today we welcome to the program Assemblymember Bill Essayli. Essayli represents Assembly District 63 and previously served as an Assistant United States Attorney as well as a Riverside County Deputy District Attorney. We discuss Essayli's career in law, gun violence, incarceration, drug issues and more.This episode was recorded on 05/24/2023SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!(05:40) Essayli’s career in law and path to politics(12:50) Talking Essayli’s bill package(15:37) Firearm enforcement bill and Bowies Law(19:09) Gun control and prisoner rehabilitation(24:01) Talking budget goals