Emilye Reeb

About Emilye Reeb

Public policy professional with a Master of Science in Law from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law.With over a decade of experience in California’s Capitol, I provide principled, data-driven guidance as a fiscal and policy consultant to members of the Senate Budget & Fiscal Review Committee and the Appropriations Committee. I specialize in California’s natural resources and environmental protection policies—including water, agriculture, recycling, toxic substances, air quality, cannabis, wildfire prevention, forest resilience, biodiversity, climate change, the state’s Cap-and-Trade program, and more.I produce detailed legislative analyses and brief lawmakers on the fiscal and policy implications of key decisions—grounding my recommendations in transparency, legal insight, and a clear understanding of public impact. In addition to evaluating the Governor’s budget proposals, I conduct fiscal analyses for all natural resources and environmental protection bills heard by the Senate Appropriations Committee.I work closely with legislators, agencies, and stakeholders to develop policy solutions that balance sustainability, affordability, and accountability. Known for rigor, discretion, and clarity, I bring strategic and analytical value to teams navigating California’s evolving policy and budget landscape.

Experience

1. Policy Consultant, Emergency Management and Digital Policy - Senate Republican Caucus

   California State Senate

   Mar 2026 — Present · Sacramento, CA, US

   Advises Republican Senators on legislation before the Senate’s Emergency Management Committee and Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection Committee, two new standing committees created by the California State Senate Rules Committee. Analyzes legislative proposals related to disaster preparedness and response, wildfire mitigation, earthquake resilience, mutual aid systems, emergency communications, data privacy, digital technologies, and consumer protection, with a focus on statewide disaster response systems and emerging technology governance.Drafts committee and Senate Floor bill analyses, conducts policy research, and provides strategic guidance to inform caucus decision making. Prepares policy briefings and talking points for hearings and floor debate, support legislative negotiations, and assist with legislative oversight and committee hearings.Coordinates with Senate offices, committee staff, state agencies, and stakeholders to monitor legislation and deliver clear, concise analysis on complex policy issues affecting public safety infrastructure and digital governance.

Education

• California State University-Sacramento

  Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government

  2009 — 2014

• University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law

  Master’s Degree, Masters of Science in Law

  2015 — 2017

• Rio Lindo Academy

  High School Diploma