California Fair Political Practices Commission Welcomes New Commissioner Alf W. Brandt
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 16, 2025
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Shery Yang
(Sacramento, CA) - The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC), California’s governmental ethics and campaign disclosure agency, is pleased to welcome Alf W. Brandt as its newest Commissioner, effective February 1, 2025.
Mr. Brandt currently serves as Associate Director, Justice Solutions & Innovation, at the National Judicial College, where he organizes judicial education programs on a wide range of topics and created new programs about election law and judicial independence. He served in various capacities in the California State Assembly,
including roles as General Counsel for California State Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon and as a Principal Consultant for assembly members and committees. Mr. Brandt has also served in roles at the United States Department of the Interior and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.
"We are pleased to welcome Alf W. Brandt as our newest Commissioner," said Chair Adam E. Silver. "His commitment to advancing judicial education in the areas of election law and judicial independence, along with his extensive experience, will be valuable assets to the Commission. We look forward to collaborating with him on the important work ahead," Chair Silver stated.
“I am confident that Mr. Brandt’s knowledge and expertise will serve the FPPC and the state well,” noted California Secretary of State Dr. Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.
Mr. Brandt earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles and his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley (Boalt Hall). His community leadership includes roles at the Davis Community Church and the City of Davis Natural Resources Commission and Water Advisory Committee.
“We want to express our gratitude to Commissioner Abby Wood for her dedicated service to the people of California,” said Chair Silver. “Her unique perspective was invaluable in helping the FPPC create a path forward, and it has been an honor to work alongside her,” concluded Chair Silver.
The Secretary of State appoints one commissioner for a four-year term, beginning February 1 after each presidential election, as outlined in Section 83102 of the Political Reform Act.
The mission of the Fair Political Practices Commission is to promote the integrity of state and local government in California through fair, impartial interpretation and enforcement of political campaign, lobbying and conflict of interest laws.
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