California State Assembly

The California State Assembly is the lower house of the California State Legislature, consisting of 80 members representing approximately 465,000 people each. Due to the state's large population and relatively small legislature, it holds the largest population per representative ratio of any state legislature lower house and the second largest in the United States after the federal House of Representatives. Members elected prior to 2012 are restricted by term limits to three two-year terms (six years), while those elected in or after 2012 are allowed to serve 12 years in the legislature in any combination of four-year state senate or two-year state assembly terms. This influential body, founded in 1957, signifies a vital decision-making and policy-shaping entity within California's governance. While its operations may not align with the conventional definition of a startup, the impact of its policies and decisions on the business and innovation ecosystem in California cannot be understated. As a potential investor, understanding the legislative landscape, its trends, and the potential impact on business and investment climates should be a part of the due diligence process when considering investments in the region.