Sacramento, CA - California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) is ecstatic to congratulate United States Senator Laphonza Butler in her new role representing the Golden State, fulfilling the remaining term of the iconic United States Senator Dianne Feinstein.
After a historic Senate appointment by Governor Gavin Newsom on October 1st, today, Senator Laphonza Butler has been officially sworn in by Vice President Kamala Harris. Senator Butler is only the third Black woman to serve in the United States Senate and the first openly LGBTQ+ person to represent California.
Senator Butler is a proven strategist and advocate. She has an impressive background serving in senior leadership and organizing roles championing a host of issues to amplify the voices of marginalized and underserved communities. Senator Butler’s career service spans from her time as an union organizer and President of California SEIU State Council, to a regent and Board President of the University of California, and most recently the President of EMILY's List.
CLBC members are proud to welcome Senator Butler to the California Delegation. CLBC members are currently formulating their 2024 portfolio of legislative and budget priorities to include its ground-breaking work on reparations. The members stand ready to work in tandem with Senator Butler to improve the lives of all Californians.
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