Who Are They?
The California State Senate is a government entity at the state level tasked with making state laws and determining fiscal priorities via the state budget. It works together with the California State Assembly as part of the California State Legislature.
What Do They Do?
The State Senate’s responsibilities include:
- Proposing, discussing, and deciding on laws.
- Collaborating with the Assembly and the Governor to finalize and oversee California’s state budget, distributing resources to different programs and projects.
- Maintaining a balance of power among the Assembly, the Senate, and the Governor.
- Tackling legislative matters related to Healthcare, Education, Social Services, Environmental Policies, and other areas.
The California State Senate is a key component of the state’s Legislative Branch, responsible for managing legislative and financial issues, including healthcare, education, and environmental policies. It ensures a balance of power, represents the interests of its constituents, and is a fundamental part of California’s democratic governance and public policy framework.
How Are They Elected?
Members of the California State Senate are elected by voters within their districts and serve four-year terms, with terms lasting no more than 12 years.
WHO’S ON THE MARCH 5 BALLOT?
Odd State Senate Districts are on the ballot for re-election in 2024. Select your county below to see who is running for State Senate in your district.
Note: CAIR-LA is a 501(c)(3) organization, which means that it cannot legally endorse any candidates.
LA County Senate Districts
District 23 Candidates:
- Ollie M. McCaulley
- Kipp Mueller
- Blanca Azucena Gomez
- James Hamburger
- Suzette Martinez Valladares
District 25 Candidates:
- Teddy Choi
- Sandra Armenta
- Sasha Renee Perez
- Yvonne Yiu
- Elizabeth Wong Ahlers
District 27 Candidates:
- Henry Stern (Incumbent)
- Susan A. Collins
- Lucie Volotzky
District 33 Candidates:
- Lena Gonzalez (Incumbent)
- Sharifah A. Hardie
- Mario Paz
District 35 Candidates:
- Michelle Chambers
- Lamar Lyons
- Nilo Vega Michelin
- Alex Monteiro
- Laura Richardson
- Albert Robles
- Jennifer Trichelle-Marie Williams
- James Arlandus Spencer
Orange County Senate Districts
District 37 Candidates:
- Josh Newman (Incumbent)
- Leticia Correa
- Jacob Niles Creer
- Stephanie Le
- Alex Mohajer
- Gabrielle Ashbaugh
- Jenny Suarez
- Steven Choi
- Anthon C Kuo
- Crystal Miles
- Guy Selleck
Riverside County Senate Districts
District 19 Candidates:
- Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (Incumbent)
- Lisa Middleton
District 31 Candidates:
- Sabrina Cervantes
- Angelo Farooq
- Cynthia Navarro
San Bernardino County Senate Districts
District 19 Candidates:
- Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (Incumbent)
- Lisa Middleton
District 23 Candidates:
- Blanca A. Gomez
- Ollie M McCaulley
- Kipp Mueller
- James Hamburger
- Suzette Martinez Valladares
District 25 Candidates:
- Sandra Armenta
- Elizabeth Wong Ahlers
- Teddy Choi
- Sasha Renee Perez
- Yvonne Yiu
District 29 Candidates:
- Carlos A. Garcia
- Eloise Gomez Reyes
- Kathleen Torres Hazelton
- Jason O’Brian
District 31 Candidates:
- Angelo Farooq
- Sabrina Cervantes
- Cynthia Navarro
Ventura County Senate Districts
District 21 Candidates:
- Monique Limon (Incumbent)
- Elijah Mack
District 27 Candidates:
- Henry Stern (Incumbent)
- Susan A. Collins
- Lucie Volotzky