Senate Republicans elect Sen. Brian Jones as Republican Caucus Chair

SACRAMENTO – The Senate Republican Caucus unanimously elected Sen. Brian Jones, R-Santee, as the new caucus chair, effective March 1.

“I look forward to working with incoming Senate Republican Leader Shannon Grove to consistently and effectively communicate and advocate for the policies of the Senate Republican Caucus,” Jones said. “I also commit to help all senators, and particularly Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins, in the continued smooth operation of the Senate.”

Outgoing Senate Republican Leader Patricia Bates, R-Laguna Niguel, and Senate Republican Leader-elect Shannon Grove, R-Baker...