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Senate adjourns in memory of community volunteer Larry Vane and educator David Sandell
Summary
The Senate adjourned in memory of Larry Vane, a volunteer leader in the Pacific Palisades recovery, and David Sandell, an educator and former superintendent; senators delivered tributes and the president directed the name be placed on the desk for formal recognition.
The California State Senate held adjournment-in-memory statements for two community figures.
Senator Allen asked the Senate to adjourn in memory of Larry Vane, recounting his volunteer leadership after recent fires in the Pacific Palisades. Allen described Vane’s efforts to provide updates to survivors, organize search parties, advocate for inclusion of certain housing types in Army Corps debris removal, and help fast-track brush clearance at a local school. Allen said Vane’s outreach and service became a source of hope for the community and urged anyone struggling with mental-health issues to call or text the 988 lifeline.
Senator Rubio then asked the Senate to adjourn in memory of David Sandell, describing his long service as a teacher, coach and later principal and superintendent in the El Monte Union High School District, and asking members to join in honoring his life and contributions.
The presiding officer asked that the names be brought to the desk for formal recognition. The statements concluded routine business and the Senate recessed; the session record contains the full tributes and the names of survivors and family members referenced on the floor.
