January 18, 2021
Appointment Election
Appointment to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Secretary of State Alex Padilla following his appointment to the U.S. Senate. Nomination made by Governor Gavin Newsom.
- Senate Floor Vote: Pending (X-X)
- Assembly Floor Vote: Pending (X-X)
| Secretary of State | |||
| Shirley Weber | Democratic | ||
Acting Election
An acting capacity to temporarily fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Secretary of State Alex Padilla following his resignation. This is the date that James Schwab was sworn into office.
| Secretary of State | |||
| James Schwab | Democratic | Win | |