San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria called Feinstein a trailblazer who broke down barriers for women in politics.
"Her career was marked by a tireless commitment and unwavering dedication to the betterment of our nation," Gloria said."Her advocacy on critical issues such as gun safety, women's rights, environmental protection and healthcare reform reflected her deep concern for the welfare of her fellow Californians and all Americans.
San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer cited Feinstein as one of her inspirations to become involved in politics. Feinstein was the first woman to chair the Senate Rules Committee and the Senate Intelligence Committee. She authored the Federal Assault Weapons Ban in 1994. The legislation, prompted by the 101 California Street shooting, in which a gunman opened fire at a law firm in San Francisco's financial district, killing eight people, led to a 10-year restriction on the sale and ownership of certain semi-automatic weapons.
Feinstein was experiencing health problems in recent years. She was hospitalized with shingles in February, when she was 89. That same month, Feinstein announced she would retire from the U.S. Senate when her term was up in 2024.
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