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Inventory of the Bruce McPherson Papers

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Inventory of the Bruce McPherson LP467 1 Papers Inventory of the Bruce McPherson Papers

Collection number: LP467

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Descriptive Summary Title: Bruce McPherson Papers Dates: 1994-2004 Collection number: LP467 Creator: Bruce McPherson, California Legislator Collection Size: 8 cubic feet Repository: California State Archives Sacramento, California Abstract: Bruce McPherson, Republican, served in the California legislature from 1994 to 2004. The Bruce McPherson papers consist of 8 cubic feet of textual records dating from 1994 to 2004. The records are organized into five series: Bill Files, 1997-2002; Subject Files, 1994-2004; Press Clippings, 1998; Legislative Counsel Files, 1996-1997; and Correspondence, 1994-1997. Physical location: California State Archives Languages: Languages represented in the collection: English Access While the majority of the records are open for research, any access restrictions are noted in the record series descriptions. Publication Rights For permission to reproduce or publish, please contact the California State Archives. Permission for reproduction or publication is given on behalf of the California State Archives as the owner of the physical items. The researcher assumes all responsibility for possible infringement which may arise from reproduction or publication of materials from the California State Archives collections. Preferred Citation [Identification of item], Bruce McPherson Papers, LP467:[folder number], California State Archives, Office of the Secretary of State, Sacramento, California. Acquisition and Custodial History The California State Archives acquired the Bruce McPherson Papers following his final term in the State Legislature. Biography Bruce McPherson, Republican, served in the California legislature from 1994 to 2004. He was first elected to the California State Assembly, replacing Assembly Member , through a special election in 1993. He represented the 27th Assembly District (southern Santa Cruz County and western Monterey County). In 1996, McPherson was elected to the to represent the 15th Senate District, which covered the central coast districts of Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Monterey and San Benito counties. McPherson held this position until 2004 when he left office due to term limits. In 2005 he was appointed by the Governor as the California Secretary of State to replace , who had resigned the office.

Inventory of the Bruce McPherson LP467 2 Papers Bruce McPherson was born on January 7, 1944, in Santa Cruz, California. McPherson is a fourth-generation resident of Santa Cruz, whose family owned and operated the Santa Cruz Sentinel since 1864. After earning a bachelor of arts in journalism from California Polytechnic State University, McPherson returned to Santa Cruz and worked as an editor and reporter for the Santa Cruz Sentinel. After working at the Santa Cruz Sentinel for 26 years, McPherson retired from journalism to pursue a career in public service. McPherson and his wife, Mary, have two children and one grandchild. As a State Legislator, McPherson’s legislative interests varied, ranging from funding services for foster children, to strengthening the Political Reform Act of 1974, to preservation efforts for historic California missions. He also authored numerous bills related to higher education, public safety, environmental protection and economic development. During his term in the Legislature, McPherson was a member of the following committees: Standing Committees Agriculture, 1995-1996 Governmental Organization, 1995-1996 Elections, Reapportionment and Constitutional Amendments, 1995-1996 *Chair, 1995-1996 Higher Education, 1994-1996 Transportation, 1994 Select Committees California Wine Production and Economy, 1995-1996 Defense Conversion, 1995-1996 Joint Committees Fisheries and Aquaculture, 1995-1996 Lowering Cost of Electric Services, 1995-1996 Boards, Commissions, Councils Defense Conversion, Task Force on, 1994 Standing Committees Appropriations, 1997-2002 Budget and Fiscal Review, 2001-2004 Education, 1997-2004 *Vice Chair, 1997-2004 Environmental Quality, 1997-2004 *Vice Chair, 2001-2002 Public Safety, 1997-2004 *Chair, 1997-2004 Revenue and Tax, 1997-2000 Subcommittees Fiscal Oversight (Appropriations), 1997-2000 Health, No. 3 (Budget and Fiscal Review), 2003-2004 Resources, No. 2 (Budget and Fiscal Review), 2001-2004 Higher Education (Education), 2001-2004 Juvenile Justice (Public Safety), 1997-1998 Criminal Procedure (Public Safety), 2001-2004 *Chair, 2001-2004 Select Committees Anti-Terrorism Policy, 2001-2004 *Chair, 2001-2002 Bay Area Infrastructure, 1999-2004 Bay Area Transportation, 1997-2004 Baylands Acquisitions, 2001-2004

Inventory of the Bruce McPherson LP467 3 Papers California Correctional System, 2003-2004 *Vice Chair, 2003-2004 California's Horse Racing Industry, 2001-2004 California Wine Industry, 1997-2004 California's Role in the World Trade Organization, 1997-2000 College and University Admissions and Outreach, 2001-2004 Commercial Technology, 1997-2000 Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health, 2003-2004 Economic Development, 2001-2004 Fiscal Restructuring, 2003-2004 *Vice Chair, 2003-2004 Forestry, 2001-2002 Governmental Oversight, 1997-2004 Higher Education, 1997-2000 Higher Education Admissions and Outreach, 1997-2000 Immigration and the Economy, 2003-2004 International Trade Policy and State Legislation, 2001-2004 Juvenile Justice, 1999-2000 Mobile and Manufactured Homes, 1997-1998 School Safety, 2001-2004 Special Education, 2003-2004 Technological Crime and the Consumer, 1997-2004 Joint Committees Develop a Master Plan for Education – Kindergarten through University, 1999-2004 Fisheries and Aquaculture, 1997-2004 Headwaters Forest and Ecosystem Management Planning, 1997-1998 Prison Construction and Operations, 2001-2002 Boards, Commissions, Councils Sea Grant Advisory Panel, 1997-2004 Scope and Content The Bruce McPherson papers consist of 8 cubic feet of textual records dating from 1994 to 2004. The records are organized into five series: Bill Files, 1997-2002; Subject Files, 1994-2004; Press Clippings, 1998; Legislative Counsel Files, 1996-1997; and Correspondence, 1994-1997. The Bill Files are the bulk of the collection and a strong source of information about McPherson's legislative interests. Within this series, recurring topics include: environmental protection (SB1808, 2001-2002; SB1742, 2003-2004), public safety (SB1558, 1997-1998; SB 2084, 2001-2002), higher education (SB680, 2003-2004; SB722 (2003-2004), and strengthening the Political Reform Act of 1974 (AB1026, 1995-1996; SB342, 1999-2000). The Subject Files reflect McPherson's political activities during his tenure with the California State legislature. Notable subjects relate to public health services, water pollution, and the election process. The Press Clippings series contain media coverage of McPherson’s political opinions and legislative interests such as local government, elections, and environmental issues. The Legislative Counsel Files and Correspondence include letters written to and from McPherson. The Legislative Counsel Files contain correspondence regarding the language and legality of McPherson's drafted bills. The Correspondence includes letters to and from constituents, colleagues, and friends. Accruals No further accruals are expected. Indexing Terms The following terms have been used to index the description of this collection in the library's online public access catalog. McPherson, Bruce

Inventory of the Bruce McPherson LP467 4 Papers Water - Pollution - California Public health - California Education, Higher - California California. Political Reform Act of 1974

LP460:1-124 Series 1 Bill Files 1995-2004 Physical Description: 124 file folders Arrangement Arranged chronologically by legislative session, then numerically by bill number. Scope and Content Note Bill files were created by Bruce McPherson during his terms in the California State Assembly and State Senate. The files may include bill analyses, amendments, resolutions, author statements, testimony, press releases, newspaper clippings, correspondence, and committee statements that pertain to numerous issues of concern to McPherson. As a state legislator, Bruce McPherson’s legislative interests were varied. Some topics and bills of note include: environmental protection (SB1808, 2001-2002; SB1742, 2003-2004); public safety (SB1558, 1997-1998; SB 2084, 2001-2002); higher education (SB680, 2003-2004; SB722 (2003-2004); and strengthening the Political Reform Act of 1974 (AB1026, 1995-1996; SB342, 1999-2000). 1995-1996: AB258-AB3275, AJR60, AB11X (9ff) LP467:1-9 1997-1998: SB48-SB2177, SCR22, SJR15-SJR19 (26ff) LP467:10-35 1999-2000: SB229-SB2178, SCA4, SR25 (32ff) LP467:36-67 2001-2002: SB205-SB2084, SCR49 (29ff) LP467:68-96 2003-2004: SB32-SB1802, SCR14- SCR67, SJR31-SJR32 (28ff) LP467:97-124

LP467:125-144 Series 2 Subject Files 1994-2004 Physical Description: 20 file folders Arrangement Arranged alphabetically by folder title. Scope and Content Note Subject files include press and news clippings, correspondence, support letters, bill analyses, local government reports, and/or interest group memoranda regarding public safety, environmental concerns, local government, and electric rate restructuring during the California Energy Crises. A large portion of the subject files discuss public health concerns, from hospice care to methyl bromide poisoning. See Appendix A in Additional Series Information for a complete list of folder titles. Additional Series Information Appendix A: List of Subject Files

LP467:145 Series 3 Press Clippings 1998 Physical Description: 1 file folder Arrangement Arranged alphabetically by subject heading. Scope and Content Note Press clippings include articles pertaining to McPherson's political interests, which include local government, elections, and environmental issues.

Inventory of the Bruce McPherson LP467 5 Papers Series 4Legislative Counsel Files 1996-1997

LP467:146-148 Series 4 Legislative Counsel Files 1996-1997 Physical Description: 3 file folders Arrangement Arranged chronologically by date. Scope and Content Note Legislative Counsel Files include opinions and analyses by Legislative Counsel on issues posed by McPherson's office, as well as policy issues, code section, and the Counsel's wording in the previous Legislative Counsel's Digest on specific bills.

LP467:149-151 Series 5 Correspondence 1994-1997 Physical Description: 3 file folders Arrangement Arranged chronologically by correspondence date. Scope and Content Note Sampled correspondence includes communication between McPherson and his fellow legislators, constituents, agencies, and organizations affected by legislation crafted during his tenure in the State Legislature.

Inventory of the Bruce McPherson LP467 6 Papers