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Main navigation Home About CLBC History Legislative Priorities CALIFORNIA LEGISLATIVE BLACK CAUCUS BYLAWS Our Members Current Members Past Members Media & Events Caucus News Upcoming Events Past Events Photos Video Contact Subscribe Congratulatory Letter Form Event Request Gubernatorial Appointment Support Request Meeting Request Resources 2023 African American Leaders for Tomorrow Program Welcome to the California Legislative Black Caucus The CLBC was formed in 1967 when African-American members of the California Legislature, under the leadership of Senator Mervyn Dymally, joined together to address the concerns of African-Americans and other citizens of color. The members believed that a caucus representing concerns of the African American community would provide political influence and visibility far beyond their numbers. Today, there are 12 members of the California Legislative Black Caucus. THE Latest Press Release California Legislative Black Caucus Introduces 2024 Reparations Legislative Package January 31, 2024 Press Release CLBC Congratulates California’s Newest U.S. Senator Laphonza Butler October 3, 2023 Press Release California Legislative Black Caucus Applauds Governor Newsom’s Transformative Education Equity Investments in May Revision May 12, 2023 View All Articles REGISTER TODAY Application DeadlineApril 30, 2024 The Legacy Continues The genesis of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) can be traced back to 1918 with the election of Frederick M. Roberts to the California State Assembly; the first African-American to serve in the California State Legislature. In those early years, legislative efforts focused on eliminating laws and policies that restricted African-Americans from exercising their civil, social and political rights... Our Member Highlight Elected to the state Senate in November 2016, Steven Bradford represents the 35th senatorial district, which includes the communities of Carson, Compton, Gardena, Harbor Gateway, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lynwood, North Long Beach, Rancho Dominguez, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Torrance, Watts... Stay Connected Stay connected with the CLBC by following us on our social media platforms. California Legislative Black Caucus, All Rights Reserved. ©...