Henry Stern
- Senate: 2016-present
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Bio
Henry Stern, 44, is an environmental attorney who was the first millennial elected to the state Senate. The son of actor Daniel Stern, he has a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a law degree from UC Berkeley. Stern was a climate attorney for Democratic state Sen. Fran Pavley, U.S. Rep. Henry Waxman and worked for a law firm specializing in climate change, energy and environmental law. In the Senate, he’s one of the most outspoken advocates for green energy, climate change policies and has sought to reduce the state’s wildfire risks. He and his wife have two children.
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Of 43 bills:For this session year, this legislator initiated 43 bills: 20 passed, 12 failed, and 11 are currently pending.
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Influence
There are three categories of donations to legislators after they are elected that encourage a working relationship between the donor and the legislator. The three categories are: 1-Gifts, 2-Travel, 3-Behests.
Giver | Value | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Jewish Legislative Caucus Leadership Fou | $335 | Jan 28, 2021 | Solomon's Deli-Lunch |
| Valley Industry and Commerce Association | $125 | Nov 18, 2021 | Dinner |
| Senator Kamlager | $120 | Sep 30, 2021 | Flowers & Teddy Bear |
| Re-elect Senator Atkins 2020 | $81 | Feb 23, 2021 | Member Jacket |
| Re-Elect Senator Atkins 2020 | $54 | Jan 29, 2021 | Gift Bag |
| California Jewish Legislative Caucus Leadership Fou | $23.29 | Nov 5, 2021 | Solomon's Deli-Lunch |
Gifts
Legislators are not allowed to accept gifts of more than $10 per month from registered lobbyists. Gifts from any other single source are limited to $590 in a calendar year.
Gift Received Rating
This legislator is ranked 38th highest for the amount of personal gifts received.
Policy
Bills Authored by Henry Stern
Committee: Senate Standing Committee on Transportation
Committee: Senate Standing Committee on Public Safety
Committee: Senate Standing Committee on Governmental Organization
Committees
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District
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