In 1980, the State Legislature requested the California Commission on Aging to develop a forum through which older Californians could develop their legislative priorities.

Established by state law in 1981, the mission of the California Senior Legislature (CSL) is to help preserve and enhance the quality of life for older Californians and their families. 

The CSL is a nonpartisan, volunteer organization made up of 120 elected members.  The 40 Senior Senators and 80 Senior Assemblymembers are elected by their peers (persons 60 years of age and older) to represent seniors throughout the State.

The CSL meets every October in Sacramento to convene a model legislative session in the chambers and hearing rooms of the State Capitol. The CSL members participate in hearing testimony, debating issues, and voting to approve or disapprove up to 120 legislative proposals.

Senior Legislators seek State lawmakers to author at least ten of the Session's priority proposals. They then work throughout the year to ensure adoption of these measures.

The CSL is NOT funded by any taxes, but by contributions.

California Senior Legislature
1020 N Street, Room 513
Sacramento, CA  95814

Telephone:  (916) 552-8056

Web Site:  www.4csl.org