SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Senator Susan Rubio (D–Baldwin Park) has been appointed to the Senate Democratic Leadership Team and once again makes history as the first woman and first Latina to chair the Senate Committee on Governmental Organization for the 2025–2026 Legislative Session. The appointments were announced by Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón.

As part of Senate Democratic Leadership, Senator Rubio has been named Assistant Majority Whip, further solidifying her role as a key leader in shaping the Senate’s legislative priorities and advancing policies that protect working families, strengthen public safety, and ensure accountability across state government.

Senator Rubio’s appointment as Chair of Governmental Organization marks another historic milestone in a career defined by breaking barriers. She previously made history as the first Latina and first woman to chair the Senate Insurance Committee, becoming the first woman to lead two major Senate policy committees.

In addition to her leadership appointment, Senator Rubio will serve in the following committee roles:

Committee Leadership

Chair, Senate Committee on Governmental Organization

Standing Committee Assignments

Emergency Management

Energy, Utilities & Communications

Health

Insurance

Joint and Special Committees

Joint Legislative Committee on Emergency Management

Joint Committee on the Arts

Special Committee on International Sporting Events: Olympics and World Cup Soccer

The Senate Committee on Governmental Organization holds broad oversight authority over state regulatory agencies, placing Senator Rubio at the center of some of California’s most complex and impactful policy areas.

Beyond her legislative leadership, Senator Rubio continues to make history alongside her sister,  Assemblywoman Blanca Rubio, as the first sister pair ever to not only serve simultaneously in the California Legislature, and now both chairing Senate and Assembly Governmental Organization Committees—an extraordinary testament to perseverance, public service, and the promise of opportunity in California.

“These appointments allow me to continue fighting for working families, protecting survivors, strengthening emergency preparedness, and ensuring our government works for the people it serves,” said Senator Rubio. “I am deeply honored by the trust placed in me and grateful to Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón for her partnership and leadership. I carry these responsibilities with the understanding that representation matters—and that our lived experiences shape stronger, more just policies for all Californians.”

With her appointment to Senate Democratic Leadership and historic committee chairmanship, Senator Rubio will continue to play a pivotal role in advancing policies that strengthen government accountability, improve public safety, and deliver meaningful results for communities across California.

Committee assignments will take effect according to the Senate’s established timelines for the 2025–2026 session.

Senator Rubio is available for interviews in English or Spanish. To schedule an interview, please contact Giovanni Ruiz at Giovanni.RuizReyes@sen.ca.gov. 

For more information, visit the website of Senator Susan Rubio at senate.ca.gov/rubio