Officials
Biography
Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh is a Republican California State Senator representing District 19, which spans cities and communities across Riverside and San Bernardino counties, making it the third largest geographical senate district with over 35 cities. She made history as the first Republican Latina elected to the California State Senate in November 2020 for District 23, and was re-elected in November 2024 for the newly drawn District 19. A native Californian and daughter of Mexican immigrants, she emphasizes personal responsibility, hard work, education, and homeownership as the cornerstone of the American Dream. She lives in Yucaipa with her husband Greg , three children, and Cocker Spaniel named Penny. Known as a bipartisan legislator, she has the most productive record among GOP senators, with 14 bills signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom—more than any other Republican. Notable achievements include Legislative Champion of the Year and Legislator of the Year . She champions stronger schools, lower taxes, better infrastructure, affordable housing, economic recovery, local control, and reducing government intrusion.
Education and Political Experience
- Education: Graduated from San Bernardino High School; earned a BA from the University of California, Santa Barbara; pursued teaching credential at California State University, San Bernardino.
- Professional Experience: Taught English language learners at the elementary level in San Bernardino; worked as a Realtor for over 20 years in the Inland Empire, helping families achieve homeownership; led the Yucaipa Valley Chamber of Commerce.
- Political Experience: Served on the Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District Board, focusing on improving education; elected to State Senate in 2020 and re-elected 2024 ; serves on eight committees, including as Vice Chair for Education, Human Services, Public Safety, and Housing; authored/coauthored numerous bills ; held 62 town halls and attended over 2,500 meetings/events for transparency and engagement.
Committees
11 assignmentsAt a glance
- Office
- State Senator
- District
- Senate District 19
- Born
- June 30, 1972 (54 years old)
- Mailing
- 1021 O St. Suite 7220, Sacramento, CA 95814