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New Board Members Appointed — Steve Kawa and Jason Elliott

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HSR Newsroom · 1d ago

Summary

Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Steve Kawa and Jason Elliott to the CHSRA Board of Directors in May 2026, replacing outgoing Chair Tom Richards and Vice Chair Nancy Miller.

Details

New board leadership can signal shifts in program direction, risk tolerance, and P3 appetite — stakeholders should assess new members' policy backgrounds to anticipate strategic pivots.

No direct funding implication, but board composition shifts may affect program priorities and procurement velocity

California High-Speed Rail Authority Governor Gavin Newsom Steve Kawa Jason Elliott

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