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Legislative Orientation ✓ Available

Chamber	Question	Answer
Senate	Does your chamber offer an orientation program for new legislators at the beginning of a term?	Yes
Senate	Which best describes the length of the New Member orientation program?	Multiple days
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Legislative process/procedure
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Legislative research and bill drafting
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Role of committees/training of chairs/vice chairs
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Engagement with the public or media
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Ethics/conflicts of interest
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Harassment policies of your chamber
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Emerging substantive issues ("hot topics")
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Budget process
Senate	Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)?	District office setup or member expense reimbursement
Senate	Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)?	Clerk or Secretary's office
Senate	Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)?	Drafting staff
Senate	Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)?	Committee staff
Senate	Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)?	Caucus/Delegations
Senate	Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)?	Security Personnel
Senate	Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)?	Accounting
Senate	Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)?	Human Resources
Senate	Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Reimbursement for travel expenses to attend orientation
Senate	Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Individual meetings with leadership or staff
Senate	Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Networking opportunities with other newly elected members
Senate	Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)?	Provision of state-issued electronic devices (phones, laptops, etc.)
Senate	Does your chamber permit remote participation in the orientation program?	No
Senate	Does your chamber provide an orientation program for members elected in a special election?	Yes
Senate	Does your chamber provide on-going training opportunities for all members throughout the legislative term? If yes, please note what topics are typically addressed.	No

Leadership ✓ Available

Chamber	Question	Answer	Detail
Senate	Is Lt. Governor a current position in your chamber?	Yes
Senate	Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Lt. Governor?	Yes	1
Senate	How is the Lt. Governor selected and by whom?	Elected	by the people
Senate	How long are the terms for the Lt. Governor?	Open-ended response	4 years
Senate	What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Lt. Governor?	Open-ended response	casting a tie breaking vote
Senate	Is President a current position in your chamber?	Yes
Senate	Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of President?	Yes	1
Senate	How is the President selected and by whom?	Other	The Lt. Governor serves as the President of the Senate
Senate	How long are the terms for the President?	Open-ended response	4 years
Senate	What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the President?	Open-ended response	casting a tie breaking vote
Senate	Is Speaker a current position in your chamber?	No
Senate	Is Pro Tempore a current position in your chamber?	Yes

Political Caucuses ✓ Available

Chamber	Question	Answer	Detail
Senate	Does your chamber/state have at least one active political party caucus?	Yes
Senate	How are political party caucuses organized in your chamber/state?	By any other method (please specify)	n/a
Senate	Do the caucuses have written bylaws or other binding rules or customs that govern their meetings?	No
Senate	Do the political party caucuses have legislative staff assigned to them?	Yes
Senate	What role do those caucuses play?	Select leaders or assist in organization of the chamber
Senate	What role do those caucuses play?	Gather and disseminate information
Senate	What role do those caucuses play?	Formulate policy
Senate	What role do those caucuses play?	Host or participate in social and community events
Senate	Who can attend caucus/delegation meetings?	Members only
Senate	Who can attend caucus/delegation meetings?	Invited guests
Senate	Does your chamber/state have other caucuses based upon interests other than political party? If yes, please specify.	Yes	i.e. Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus Aviation Caucus Bay Area Caucus California Technology & Innovation Caucus California Legislative Central Coast Caucus Latino Legislative Caucus Legislative Black Caucus Legislative Environmental Caucus Legislative Jewish Caucus Legislative LGBTQ Caucus Legislative Outdoor Sporting Caucus Legislative Rural Caucus Legislative Women's Caucus

Enrolling Procedures ✓ Available

Chamber	Question	Answer	Detail
Senate	Is the act or chapter number assigned before enrolling?	No (space left, added later)
State Assembly	Is the act or chapter number assigned before enrolling?	No (no space or reference)

Data status for California

The current standing of every California record in ILP. If your chamber can update or confirm any of this, contact the ILP editors via the About page.

Topic	Chamber	Survey record	Status	Last Checked
Enrolling Procedures	Senate	Responded	Imported	2026-07-19
Enrolling Procedures	State Assembly	Responded	Imported	2026-07-19
Leadership	Senate	Responded	Imported	2026-07-19
Leadership	State Assembly	Did not respond	Needs Update	2026-07-19
Legislative Orientation	Senate	Responded	Imported	2026-07-19
Legislative Orientation	State Assembly	Did not respond	Needs Update	2026-07-19
Political Caucuses	Senate	Responded	Imported	2026-07-19
Political Caucuses	State Assembly	Did not respond	Needs Update	2026-07-19

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