The CompTIA California State Government Affairs Committee held its in person meeting on Wednesday, April 18th in Sacramento, CA. Every April is a very busy time in the California Legislature with policy deadlines around the corner. The Committee reviewed and took positions on a robust legislative agenda which can be found here.
We also heard from CompTIA’s own, Jen Saha, National Director, Public Sector Councils, who gave an update on the California Procurement Committee initiatives. Kara Bush, Director, State Government Affairs, Western Region also gave an update on the Governor’s proposal to fund online Community Colleges which is supported by CompTIA.
Later that evening, the Committee had the opportunity to attend the 2nd Annual Capitol Cup Soccer match. In lieu of our regular Decision Maker dinner, CompTIA sponsored the match where the California State Legislators battle each other on the pitch for the Democrat vs. Republicans Capitol Cup. The event took place at Papa Murphy’s Field before the Sacramento Republic Football Club took the pitch. The Democrats came out on top with a 2-1 victory. Following the match, CompTIA members had the opportunity to mix and mingle with legislators, staff and the third house at the BBQ reception. It was an event not to be missed. The event raised $50,000 and all proceeds went to WEAVE (Women Escaping a Violent Environment) and the Sacramento Food Bank.
The California State Government Affairs Committee’s next meeting is Wednesday, May 16th at 11am. For more information, please contact Kelly Hitt (Khitt@comptia.org).
Kelly Hitt is the Director, Government Affairs –California and Hawaii
