California Legislative Black Caucus introduces Criminal Justice Reform Bills to their 2020 Legislative Package on Juneteenth
June 19, 2020
Capitol Dome to be Lit Up in Red, Black and Green on Friday, June 19
Caucus News
California Legislative Black Caucus speaks out on persistent and pervasive racism
June 2, 2020
Sacramento – The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) had sobering words for Californians during its press conference today in Sacramento. They convened the event in response to the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers.
Black Caucus Statement on Minnesota’s Swift Actions in Death of George Floyd
May 29, 2020
Black Caucus Statement on Minnesota’s Swift Actions in Death of George Floyd
CLBC condemns Rancho Cordova Officer’s actions against unarmed teen
April 29, 2020
The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) issued the following statement in response to the incident involving a Rancho Cordova police officer:
Black Caucus and Governor Newsom Hold Talks on Impact of COVID on Communities of Color
April 21, 2020
Black Caucus and Governor Newsom Hold Talks on Impact of COVID on Communities of Color
Sacramento – Members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) held a conference call today with Governor Gavin Newsom to discuss a range of issues related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Black Community.
Assemblymember Chris Holden and Dr. Larry Moore Educate Students on Opioid Dangers
October 30, 2019
Pasadena, CA – Assemblymember Chris Holden and Dr. Larry Moore, President of the California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons held a presentation at Wilson Middle School to raise awareness of the opioid epidemic.
“Most people don’t realize how young adults, even at age 12, can be vulnerable to opioid abuse,” said Assemblymember Chris Holden. “We are lucky to have someone like Dr. Larry Moore speak directly with students and education leaders in the 41st Assembly District about the role prescription pain medication plays in the opioid epidemic that is devastating communities.”
CA Assembly Passes Police Use of Force Legislation
May 29, 2019
AB 392 , the California Act to Save Lives moves to Senate with bipartisan support
SACRAMENTO - The California State Assembly passed legislation today authored by Assemblymember Shirley N. Weber (D-San Diego) and Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (D-Sacramento) that would restrict the police use of deadly force statewide. AB 392 moved to the Senate on a 67-0 vote after law enforcement groups removed opposition and the bill gained the support of California Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate Pro Tem Toni Atkins and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon.
Assemblymember Weber Assumes Leadership of Legislative Black Caucus
December 4, 2018
Assemblymember Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. (D-San Diego) assumed the chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) today. The CLBC, which addresses policy and budgetary issues affecting black Californians, consists of ten African American members of the Legislature, including two Senators and eight Assemblymembers.
Governor Brown Signs Legislation Supporting Black Californians
October 8, 2018
Governor Brown Signs Legislation Supporting Black Californians
Sacramento – The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), led by Chairman, Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena), celebrated their successes in priority and endorsed legislation over the 2017-18 legislative session.
Assemblymember Shirley N. Weber, PhD Elected as Caucus Chair
August 29, 2018
Sacramento, CA – The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) is pleased to announce the election of Dr. Shirley N. Weber (AD 79) as the incoming Chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus. Assemblymember Weber has been a champion for education and civil rights. This year, Dr. Weber authored two Caucus priority bills Assembly Bill 2635 regarding properly funding underperforming students, and Assembly Bill 931 which seeks to improve public safety through changing law enforcement’s use of force policies.