Cameron Smyth

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Cameron Smyth is a Republican who has represented California's 38th Assembly district since December of 2006. He succeeded Keith Richman who was term limited.

Prior to being elected to the state legislature, Assemblyman Smyth served on the Santa Clarita City Council, where he was first elected in 2000 and subsequently re-elected in 2004. During his time on the City Council, Assemblyman Smyth twice served as Mayor, first in 2003 and again in 2005.

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[edit] Background

Born and raised in the District, Assemblyman Smyth attended local public schools and received his Bachelors Degree in Rhetoric and Communications from the University of California, Davis, where he was also a two-sport athlete.

[edit] Political Background

Assemblyman Smyth began his career as a Field Representative for the California Republican Party. In 1994 he was hired by the late state Assemblyman William "Pete" Knight. In 1996, Smyth served as campaign manager for Knight's successful state Senate campaign; the youngest on site manager for any state legislative race in California at that time.

Upon winning the election, Senator Knight promoted Assemblyman Smyth to the position of Deputy Chief of Staff. In 2000, the Assemblyman moved to the private sector and currently operates his own consulting business.

[edit] Family

Assemblyman Smyth, along with his wife Lena has served on the board and volunteered with several non-profit organizations including: the American Red Cross’ local blood drive program, the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association, the Special Olympics, the Betty Ferguson Foundation, the Santa Clarita Valley Jaycees, and the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Along with their service to the community, Assemblyman and Mrs. Smyth are proud parents of two boys, Gavin 3 and Rowan who was born in March of 2006.

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Preceded by
Keith Richman
California State Assemblyman, 38th District
2004 – present
Succeeded by
Incumbent