Press Conferences
11:00 a.m.
Democratic senators, including Dean Florez and Gloria Romero, discuss education funding and the state budget.
Location: John J. Pershing Elementary School, 1505 E. Ellis Ave., Madera
Contact: Jennifer Hanson, 916-651-4016
11:30 a.m.
The Center for Governmental Studies holds a teleconference to discuss its report, "Democracy by Initiative: Shaping California's Fourth Branch of Government."
Call in: 866-723-6924, ID: 46034259
Contact: Sasha Horwitz, 310-470-6590
Meetings/Special Events
9:30 a.m.
Sen. Carole Migden provides a legislative update to Sonoma County mayors and council members.
Location: Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa
Contact: Christine Gasparac, 415-557-1300
12:00 p.m.
The Public Policy Institute of California releases its most recent poll on K-12 education, including opinions on quality, approval ratings for elected officials, and the adequacy of state funding.
Location: CSAC conference center, 1020 11th St., Sacramento
Contact: 916-653-7843
1:00 p.m.
The Capitol LGBT Staff and Friends Network holds a monthly brown-bag lunch and get together to discuss pending legislation, the Queer Youth Leadership Academy, more.
Location: Room 125, state Capitol, Sacramento
Contact: Eric J. Astacaan, 916-319-2226
Fundraisers
12:00 p.m.
Russ Bogh, candidate, Senate
Sponsored by: Russ Bogh Leadership Committee
Location: The Hideaway golf club, 80-440 Hideaway Club Court, La Quinta
Cost: $1,500
The Legislature
Assembly events
10:00 a.m.
The Assembly Health Committee meets for an informational hearing on the impact of health facility and emergency room closures on access to care. Expected to attend: Assembly member Lloyd Levine.
Assembly member Mervyn Dymally, chair.
Location: Wallis Annenberg Building for Science, Learning, and Innovation, 700 Exposition Park, Los Angeles
Saturday, May 3
MEETING: 10:00 a.m.
Assembly leadership, including Sandré Swanson, meets to discuss California's budget crisis.
Location: Encinal High School, Alameda
Contact: Douglas MacLean, 916-319-2016
SPECIAL EVENT: 2:00 p.m.
The National Women's Political Caucus holds its California state conference. Today's highlights include a board meeting and the Roster of Honor Reception.
Location: Clarion Mansion Inn, Sacramento
Contact: Here
SPECIAL EVENT: (all day)
The California Democratic Council holds its annual meeting.
Location: Four Points Sheraton, Fresno
Sunday, May 4
SPECIAL EVENT: 8:00 a.m.
The National Women's Political Caucus holds its California state conference. Today's highlights include a legislative update and a tribute to Hillary Clinton.
Location: Clarion Mansion Inn, Sacramento
Contact: Here
SPECIAL EVENT: (all day)
The California Democratic Council holds its annual meeting.
Location: Four Points Sheraton, Fresno