Anthony Cannella Appointed to the Little Hoover Commission
SACRAMENTO – The Senate Rules Committee, chaired by Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego), appointed former Senator Anthony Cannella to the Little Hoover Commission.
“The Little Hoover Commission strives to make government policy-making more accessible and bipartisan, and Anthony Cannella has shown time and time again that he is committed to that goal, and to building bridges that improve the lives of Californians,” Pro Tem Atkins said. “I have no doubt that Anthony will work tirelessly to continue this mission.”
Anthony Joseph Cannella, a registered Republican, served in the California State Senate from 2010 to 2018. Prior to his election to the State Senate, he served as the Mayor of Ceres. He is filling a position that requires the commissioner not to represent the majority political party.
Anthony Cannella lives in Ceres and the term begins March 2nd, 2022 and ends January 1st, 2023. Compensation is for actual and necessary expenses.
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Toni G. Atkins is President pro Tempore of the California Senate. Having previously served as Speaker of the California Assembly, she began her tenure in the Senate in 2016. As Senator for District 39, she represents the cities of San Diego, Coronado, Del Mar and Solana Beach. Website of President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins: www.senate.ca.gov/Atkins