Political Experience ofJohn Laird
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About the office (? - Present)
The secretary heads the California Natural Resources Agency, a conglomeration of a number of state departments, boards, and commissions concerned with protecting and managing the natural, historical, and cultural resources of the state.
State Assembly (2002-2008)
Laird previously served in the California State Assembly from 2002-2008, representing District 27.
Mayor of Santa Cruz (1981-1990)
Laird was also on the Santa Cruz City Council from 1981-1990, including two stints as mayor.
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Won, 2024 California State Senate, District 17, General election, November 5, 2024
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Won, 2024 California State Senate, District 17, Primary election, March 5, 2024
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Won, 2020 California State Senate, District 17, General election, November 3, 2020
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Lost, 2020 California State Senate, District 17, Primary election, March 3, 2020
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Secretary of Natural Resources (2011 - 2019)
Laird was appointed to lead the statewide natural resources agency by Governor Jerry Brown (D) on January 5, 2011. He had originally intended to seek the 2012 Democratic Party nomination for District 15 of the California State Senate, but announced in February 2011 that he would rather commit to his appointed position as natural resources secretary.
About the office
The secretary heads the California Natural Resources Agency, a conglomeration of a number of state departments, boards, and commissions concerned with protecting and managing the natural, historical, and cultural resources of the state.
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State Assembly (2002 - 2008)
Laird previously served in the California State Assembly from 2002-2008, representing District 27.
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Mayor of Santa Cruz (1981 - 1990)
Laird was also on the Santa Cruz City Council from 1981-1990, including two stints as mayor.
