Chris Holden
American politician (born 1960) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Chris Holden (born July 19, 1960) is an American politician serving in the California State Assembly. He is a Democrat representing the 41st Assembly District, which encompasses the northern San Gabriel Valley, and is centered in Pasadena.[1]
Quick Facts Majority Leader of the California Assembly, Preceded by ...
Chris Holden | |
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Majority Leader of the California Assembly | |
In office December 1, 2014 (2014-12-01) ā March 10, 2016 (2016-03-10) | |
Preceded by | V. Manuel Perez |
Succeeded by | Ian Calderon |
Member of the California State Assembly from the 41st district | |
Assumed office December 3, 2012 (2012-12-03) | |
Preceded by | Julia Brownley (redistricted) |
53rd Mayor of Pasadena | |
In office May 1997 (1997-05) ā May 1999 (1999-05) | |
Preceded by | Bill Paparian |
Succeeded by | Bill Bogaard |
Personal details | |
Born | (1960-07-19) July 19, 1960 (age 64) Pasadena, California, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Melanie Holden |
Children | 5 |
Parent | Nate Holden (Father) |
Residence(s) | Pasadena, California, U.S. |
Alma mater | San Diego State University |
Profession | Small businessman |
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He is a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus.[2] Prior to his election to the assembly in 2012, Holden was a mayor and City Councilmember in Pasadena. He is the son of longtime Los Angeles politician Nate Holden. Holden currently serves as chairman of the Appropriations Committee,[3] the most powerful position after speaker.