California State Senate
Legislative OfficesCalifornia, United States1001-5000 Employees
The California State Senate is the upper chamber of the California State Legislature, the state's principal lawmaking body, based in Sacramento. It functions with the State Assembly and other offices to develop and examine legislation. The Legislature, on average, handles about 6,000 bills in a two-year session. The Senate comprises 40 members elected from districts that are apportioned by population, with half of the seats up for election or re-election every two years and terms lasting four years. The organization maintains a substantial staff to support its legislative duties and operations. It is situated in Sacramento, California, within the broader context of the legislative offices that govern the state.