Senator Nellie Pou has been re-elected to serve another term as Chair of the New Jersey Legislative Latino Caucus. She will be joined on the leadership team by Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz, who will serve as Vice Chair; Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez, who will serve as Treasurer; and Assemblywoman Alixon Collazos-Gill, who will serve as Secretary.
“I am greatly honored to be able to continue serving as Chair of the Legislative Latino Caucus, and I value members’ vote of confidence as we move ahead in serving the policy and constituent needs of communities throughout our state,” said Senator Pou (D-Passaic/Bergen). “I am especially excited to welcome new members and look forward to seeing the energy they will bring to our ongoing work.”
Members of the Legislative Latino Caucus are united in their efforts to empower the citizens of New Jersey. Together, we are committed to advocating for the full enforcement of voting rights for all adult American citizens, ensuring access to high-quality education, affordable healthcare, and modern technology, and to make sure they have access to and are fairly compensated for their employment.
The LLC is a Legislative Service Organization consisting exclusively of currently-serving members of the New Jersey State Senate and the New Jersey General Assembly who are duly elected and are members as of the date of reorganization.
Current Organization Members (Assembly members listed in alphabetical order) include:
· Senator Nellie Pou
· Senator M. Teresa Ruiz
· Senator Nilsa Cruz-Perez
· Assemblywoman Rosy Bagolie
· Assemblyman Christian Barranco
· Assemblywoman Alixon Collazos-Gill
· Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez
· Assemblyman Julio Marenco
· Assemblywoman Carmen Morales
· Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor-Marin
· Assemblywoman Annette Quijano
· Assemblywoman Jessica Ramirez
· Assemblyman Gabriel Rodriguez
The Legislative Latino Caucus recently announced the appointment of new officers, with Assemblymember Robert Pou being reinstated as the Chair of the caucus. The caucus, which is dedicated to advocating for issues that impact the Latino community in California, plays a crucial role in shaping policy and legislation that affects Latinos in the state.
Assemblymember Pou, who represents the 52nd District, has been a strong advocate for Latino issues throughout his career in the legislature. His reinstatement as Chair signals a continued commitment to advancing the interests of Latinos in California.
In addition to Assemblymember Pou’s appointment, the caucus welcomed new officers to its leadership team. Assemblymember Maria Rodriguez was appointed as Vice Chair, while Assemblymember Juan Martinez was appointed as Secretary. These new officers bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the caucus, and will no doubt play a key role in advancing its mission.
The Legislative Latino Caucus has a long history of advocating for issues such as healthcare access, education, and immigration reform. With the appointment of new officers and the reinstatement of Assemblymember Pou as Chair, the caucus is poised to continue its important work on behalf of the Latino community in California.
As Chair, Assemblymember Pou will lead the caucus in developing policy priorities, advocating for legislation that benefits Latinos, and working to ensure that the voices of Latinos are heard in the legislative process. His leadership will be crucial in advancing the caucus’s goals and ensuring that Latino issues remain a priority in the state legislature.
Overall, the appointment of new officers and the reinstatement of Assemblymember Pou as Chair signal a new chapter for the Legislative Latino Caucus. With strong leadership and a dedicated team of officers, the caucus is well-positioned to continue its important work on behalf of Latinos in California.
