Marc Levine

CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLYMEMBER, 2012 – 2022 · MARIN & SONOMA COUNTIES

A decade-long advocate for consumer protection, environmental leadership, and government accountability in the California State Assembly.

Marc's Background

Marc first ran for State Assembly in 2012 to ensure there was a strong voice for local communities in Sacramento. Despite being outspent 5-to-1 by Sacramento interest groups, Levine was elected in one of the year's biggest upsets, defeating an insider Sacramento politician who had moved into the district to claim it for himself. Marc went on to serve Marin and Sonoma counties for a decade, leaving office in 2022. Prior to the State Assembly, Marc served on the San Rafael City Council.

He earned his Master's in National Security Affairs from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey. While earning a Bachelor's Degree at Cal State Northridge, Marc was elected Chair of the California State Student Association, representing over 450,000 students on campuses across California to the State Legislature and Board of Trustees.

Marc and his wife, Wendy, moved to Marin County in 2004 where Wendy was raised and where they raised their two children, who attended Redwood High School in Larkspur.

Firearm Regulations
Championed laws to eliminate the "bullet button" loophole that permitted swift high-capacity swaps—a flaw exploited in the 2015 San Bernardino tragedy. Proposed new taxes on arms and ammunition to fund vital community violence prevention programs.

Government Ethics Reform
Spearheaded tougher sanctions for bribery, barred lawmakers from using campaign funds for personal gain, and worked to shut down loopholes that allow untraceable donations to influence political parties.

Wildfire and Insurance Protection
Boosted transparency for policyholders, secured accurate property appraisals to prevent underinsurance post-catastrophe, and passed bills to reduce premiums for neighborhoods prioritizing fire safety measures.

Legislative Highlights

Technology & Digital Rights
In 2018, Marc pioneered efforts to regulate Big Tech's use of personal data. He improved alert protocols for security breaches, ensuring DNA and biological data are legally protected.

Utility Oversight and Reform
Standing as a rare dissenting voice against state-backed PG&E bailouts, Marc consistently opposed taxpayer subsidies—advocating instead for stringent regulations that force utilities to prioritize public safety.

Expanding Access to Healthcare and Mental Health
Passed statutes enhancing educational requirements for therapists to better recognize suicide risks and expanding veteran support services. Authored budget solution to resolve a $1.1 billion Medi-Cal deficit, safeguarding healthcare for 5 million vulnerable citizens and children.

KQED

"Big battles to watch in California Legislature's final month — including Levine's Medi-Cal funding plan."

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CALMATTERS

"Fighting fire with fire — Levine challenges Insurance Commissioner over wildfire coverage failures."

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THE GUARDIAN

"California's wildfire risk keeps getting worse — now a decade of blackouts lie ahead."

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LOS ANGELES TIMES

"Legislators who push for gun laws are targeted with intimidation campaigns."

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SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE

"California must regulate how Big Tech uses our data."

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MARIN INDEPENDENT JOURNAL

"Levine truly understood responsibility of representing us in the Assembly."

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LOS ANGELES TIMES

"Levine stands out from the pack."

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SACRAMENTO BEE

"Levine has a record of pushing difficult legislation."

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Marc Levine

Marc's Background

Firearm RegulationsChampioned laws to eliminate the "bullet button" loophole that permitted swift high-capacity swaps—a flaw exploited in the 2015 San Bernardino tragedy. Proposed new taxes on arms and ammunition to fund vital community violence prevention programs.

Government Ethics ReformSpearheaded tougher sanctions for bribery, barred lawmakers from using campaign funds for personal gain, and worked to shut down loopholes that allow untraceable donations to influence political parties.

Wildfire and Insurance Protection Boosted transparency for policyholders, secured accurate property appraisals to prevent underinsurance post-catastrophe, and passed bills to reduce premiums for neighborhoods prioritizing fire safety measures.

Legislative Highlights

Technology & Digital RightsIn 2018, Marc pioneered efforts to regulate Big Tech's use of personal data. He improved alert protocols for security breaches, ensuring DNA and biological data are legally protected.

Utility Oversight and ReformStanding as a rare dissenting voice against state-backed PG&E bailouts, Marc consistently opposed taxpayer subsidies—advocating instead for stringent regulations that force utilities to prioritize public safety.

In The Press

Firearm Regulations
Championed laws to eliminate the "bullet button" loophole that permitted swift high-capacity swaps—a flaw exploited in the 2015 San Bernardino tragedy. Proposed new taxes on arms and ammunition to fund vital community violence prevention programs.

Government Ethics Reform
Spearheaded tougher sanctions for bribery, barred lawmakers from using campaign funds for personal gain, and worked to shut down loopholes that allow untraceable donations to influence political parties.

Wildfire and Insurance Protection
Boosted transparency for policyholders, secured accurate property appraisals to prevent underinsurance post-catastrophe, and passed bills to reduce premiums for neighborhoods prioritizing fire safety measures.

Technology & Digital Rights
In 2018, Marc pioneered efforts to regulate Big Tech's use of personal data. He improved alert protocols for security breaches, ensuring DNA and biological data are legally protected.

Utility Oversight and Reform
Standing as a rare dissenting voice against state-backed PG&E bailouts, Marc consistently opposed taxpayer subsidies—advocating instead for stringent regulations that force utilities to prioritize public safety.