Caucus News

Senator Steven Bradford

Statement on the Inglewood Police ending the Internal Investigation of the Marquintan Sandlin and Kisha Michael Matter

June 12, 2017

My condolences and sympathy are extended to the families of Marquintan Sandlin and Kisha Michael in recognition of the loss of their loved ones. 
 
Last week a statement was issued by my office that did not take into consideration that the officers involved in the incident were immediately placed on leave and never returned to work. It also did not acknowledge the Mayor’s press conference within days of the February 2016 tragedy where he gave a synopsis of what was known about the shooting at the time.
 

Holly J. Mitchell

June 13, 2017: Senate Budget chair to hold media briefing on proposed 2017-18 budget this afternoon

June 12, 2017

Media availability to take place at 10 a.m. today in Capitol Room 211

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Sen. Holly J. Mitchell, chair of the Senate Budget Committee, at 10 a.m. today in Room 211 of the state Capitol will hold a press briefing on the proposed 2017-18 state budget.

Senator Steven Bradford

Senator Bradford Applauds Compton College Initial Accreditation

June 12, 2017

On June 7 the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) granted initial accreditation status to Compton Community College during its June 7, 2017 meeting.

“Interim accreditation is an important milestone toward full accreditation of Compton College. I applaud the efforts of Compton College President, Keith Curry, who led the college through the rigorous process,” said Bradford.

Senator Steven Bradford

California Legislators to Meet with Tech Giants to Increase Diversity

June 9, 2017

Sacramento (CA) – The California Legislative Black Caucus, California Latino Legislative Caucus, California Legislative Women’s Caucus, and California Asian Pacific Islander Caucus, have expressed strong concern over the technology industry’s lack of diversity in their board, management, and technical roles. Although a few companies have made attempts to address the lack of diversity in Silicon Valley, the efforts currently put forth in the industry leave much to be desired.
 

Kevin de León

President Pro Tempore De León Announces Appointments

June 7, 2017

SACRAMENTO- California Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León (D- Los Angeles), Chair of the Senate Rules Committee, has announced the following Rules Committee Appointments:

Senator Anthony J. Portantino

Anthony Portantino Continues Successful Legislative Legacy

June 7, 2017

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Senator Anthony J. Portantino

Heidar Baba Grill Honored in Sacramento As Senator Portantino’s Small Business of the Year

June 6, 2017

Sacramento, CA – Yesterday, State Senator Anthony J. Portantino had the privilege, along with the California Small Business Association (CSBA), to honor Pasadena-based restaurant Heidar Baba Grill as the 25th Senate District 2017 Small Business of the Year.  Ali Shirmohammadi and Mahrokh Eftekhari, owners of Heidar Baba Grill, were recognized during a luncheon ceremony in Sacramento along with family and friends.

Senator Henry Stern

Senator Henry Stern Honors Henri’s Restaurant of Canoga Park as Small Business of The Year

June 5, 2017

SACRAMENTO, CA –Today Senator Henry Stern honored Mike Puetz, owner of Canoga Park’s Henri’s Restaurant, at the California Small Business Day Awards Ceremony held in Sacramento.  The annual awards ceremony honors the contributions of small businesses to the State of California.

Holly J. Mitchell

June 5, 2017: California Legislative Black Caucus’s Endorsed Bills Proceed to the Next House

June 5, 2017

GUEST PRESS RELEASE

Bill Monning

Nepenthe, Landmark Big Sur Restaurant, Named Senate District 17 Small Business of the Year

June 5, 2017

(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Today, Senator Bill Monning (D-Carmel) will recognize the Big Sur restaurant Nepenthe as his 2017 Small Business of the Year.  The restaurant’s owner, Kirk Gafill, will be honored at the California Small Business Day Luncheon at the Sheraton Hotel in Sacramento, California.