Newsom Signs Law Allowing Californians Living in U.S. Illegally to Serve on Government Boards

Undocumented immigrants will be allowed to serve on state boards and commissions after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a package of bills Saturday intended to integrate immigrants further into society.

SB225 by Sen. Maria Elena Durazo, D-Los Angeles, expands eligibility for state appointments to any California resident over the age of 18.