Los Angeles County Government Expansion Proposal

A proposal to expand the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors from five to nine members has gained support from AAPI elected officials, aiming to create a special district for the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Representatives Judy Chu and Ted Lieu highlighted the importance of this reform to better represent the diverse population of LA County, home to one of the largest AAPI populations in the US. The proposed changes include creating an elected county executive position, expanding the Board of Supervisors, and implementing ethics reforms to enhance representation and responsiveness to constituents' needs. This initiative addresses the historical underrepresentation and marginalization of the AAPI community in LA County's governance.