As California continues to count ballots, newcomers are making their way to the Capitol today for a new session. A few members are expected to introduce bills, but Monday will largely consist of procedural activities.

The 2019-2020 session convenes at noon. California Attorney General Xavier Becerra will administer the oath office for the Assembly, while state Supreme Court Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye will handle the Senate.

The Senate will see nine newcomers, while the Assembly will have eight or nine new lawmakers (depending on one close race). Here’s a few interesting tidbits:

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