Lori Wilson (California politician)
Lori D. Wilson | |
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| Member of the California State Assembly from the 11th district | |
| Assumed office April 6, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Jim Frazier |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Lori Denise Johnson July 17, 1976 Fresno, CA, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Chavares Wilson |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | California State University, Sacramento (BS) |
Lori Denise Wilson (born July 17, 1976) is an American politician elected to the California State Assembly. She is a Democrat elected to represent the 11th district, encompassing Solano County and parts of Contra Costa County, including the city of Oakley, and Sacramento County. Prior to being elected to the state assembly, she was mayor of Suisun City.
In 2023 Wilson authored AB957 which would require a parent’s affirmation of the child’s gender identity or gender expression in determining the best interest of a child during custody or visitation proceedings. This bill was ultimately vetoed by Governor Newsom.