Openly queer California Senator LaPhonza Butler has stepped down as her interim appointment ended. Butler, who was appointed in October to fill the seat left vacant by former State Senator Holly Mitchell, used her time in office to champion issues of affordable housing, healthcare, and workers’ rights. She also co-authored Senate Bill 2, also known as the Kenneth Ross Jr. Police Decertification Act of 2021, which aimed to hold law enforcement officers accountable for misconduct.
Be sure to click the link below to learn more about Senator Butler’s impactful tenure and the legacy she leaves behind. Her work on critical issues like affordable housing, healthcare, and workers’ rights has made a significant difference in her constituents’ lives. Plus, gain insight into the groundbreaking Senate Bill 2 legislation she co-authored. Don’t miss out on this important perspective on LGBTQ representation in politics.