Committees

Chairman, Committee on Utilities and Commerce

Primary jurisdictions are public utilities; the California Public Utilities Commission; the California Energy Commission; the California Independent System Operator; Electricity Oversite Board; energy companies; common carriers; electricity; alternative energy development and conservation; natural gas; wireless, wireline and cable communications; international trade; Women and Minority Business Enterprises; and tourism.

Chairman, Select Committee on the Census

Member, Committee on Accountability and Administrative Review

Primary jurisdictions are identifying savings and efficiencies in the management of state government, reviewing and studying the implementation, operation, and effectiveness of state programs and agencies.

Member, Committee on Appropriations

Primary jurisdiction is fiscal bills, including bonds and alternative public financing.

Member, Committee on Banking and Finance

Primary jurisdictions are financial institutions, real property finance, and corporate securities law.

Member, Select Committee on Safety and Protection of At-Risk Communities in California