California Black Caucus

Breaking Down the 2020 Agenda Lead by the California Legislative Black Caucus

Betti Halsell Contributing WriterJune 11, 2020

The California Legislative Black Caucus has a mission to “address legislative concerns of African Americans and other citizens of color.” The CLBC has released their 2020 Legislative Agenda and there are two noted categories: Priority and Supported Bills. They cover economics, education, and social justice. Here is a summary of measurements proposed this year.

California Black Caucus Introduces Reparations Bill

Tanu Henry, California Black MediaMay 14, 2020

On May 11, the California Assembly Judiciary Committee voted yes on a bill that would mandate the state to set up an eight-member commission to examine how California engaged in — and benefited from — the enslavement of Black men, women and children.

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CLBC Vows to Protect its Members

Madlen Grgodjaian, California Black MediaFebruary 24, 2016

Newly appointed California Legislative Black Caucus Chairman Sen. Isadore Hall (D-South Bay) last week on a conference call has pledged to support caucus members who are under attack by their own political party.