Some of the newest members of the California Legislature are inheriting seats that come with long-established roles. Two new senators aim to build on the work of their predecessors.
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It’s Opening Day in Sacramento.
While the official start of the state Senate and Assembly 2017-18 session was on Dec. 5, when lawmakers were sworn in, today marks the real beginning of the political season in the state capital – though, as with all marathons, it’s expected to get off to a slow start.
California Senate President Pro Tem Kevin de León released committee assignments and floor leadership posts for the upcoming session Wednesday, shuffling the chairmanships of some influential panels.