Monday, representatives for State Assembly and Senate were sworn in at the capital, including reelected Assemblymember Rudy Salas (D-Bakersfield) and newly-elected state Senator Melissa Hurtado.

Hurtado (D-Sanger) was accompanied by her family as she was sworn in as state senator of the 14th Senate District. She was joined by newly elected members of the California Legislature at the State Capitol to take their oaths.

“I am incredibly honored for the opportunity to represent the communities of the 14th Senate district,” Hurtado said in a released statement. “When we started this journey together, our mission was simple – serve the people of the Valley. Walking through the halls of the Capitol today, I know that there is much work to accomplish and many milestones we need to hit before we can truly celebrate. However, as we grow our team, I know that our mission will continue to be at the core of everything we do.”

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