Chris Holden

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.

Chris Holden
Majority Leader of the California Assembly
In office
December 1, 2014 (2014-12-01)  March 10, 2016 (2016-03-10)
Preceded byV. Manuel Perez
Succeeded byIan Calderon
Member of the California State Assembly
from the 41st district
Assumed office
December 3, 2012 (2012-12-03)
Preceded byJulia Brownley (redistricted)
53rd Mayor of Pasadena
In office
May 1997 (1997-05)  May 1999 (1999-05)
Preceded byBill Paparian
Succeeded byBill Bogaard
Personal details
Born (1960-07-19) July 19, 1960
Pasadena, California, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseMelanie Holden
Children5
ParentNate Holden (Father)
Residence(s)Pasadena, California, U.S.
Alma materSan Diego State University
ProfessionSmall businessman

He is a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus. 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, the most powerful position after speaker.

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