The 1990 California State Senate elections were held on November 6, 1990. Senate seats of even-numbered districts were up for election. Senate terms are staggered so that half the membership is elected every two years. Senators serve four-year terms and are limited to two terms. The Democratic party won 15 seats, gaining a seat from the Republicans. The Republicans won 4 seats, and Independent Quentin L. Kopp was reelected.
Overview California State Senate elections, 1990PartyVotesPercentageNot upIncumbentsOpenBeforeAfter+/– Democratic 1,598,096 48.09% 5 14 0 19 20 +1 Republican 1,426,355 42.92% 2 5 0 7 6 -1 Independent 116,885 3.52% 0 1 0 1 1 0 Libertarian 98,517 2.96% 0 0 0 0 0 0 Peace and Freedom 83,514 2.51% 0 0 0 0 0 0 Totals 3,323,317 100.00% 7 20 0 27 27 —
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