Chris Holden | |
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| Majority Leader of the California Assembly | |
| In office December 1, 2014 – March 10, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | V. Manuel Perez |
| Succeeded by | Ian Calderon |
| Member of the California State Assembly from the 41st district | |
| Assumed office December 3, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Julia Brownley (redistricted) |
| Succeeded by | John Harabedian (elect) |
| 53rd Mayor of Pasadena | |
| In office May 1997 – May 1999 | |
| Preceded by | Bill Paparian |
| Succeeded by | Bill Bogaard |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 19, 1960 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 |
Christopher R. 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]
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.
- ^ 41st District formerly covered the Santa Monica Mountains and adjacent valleys/communities, pre—2010 census and redistricting.
- ^ "California Lawmaker Calling for Florida Boycott".
- ^ "Welcome to Committee on Appropriations". California State Assembly.