Governor Newsom appoints NAHC Commissioner Bennae Calac

On behalf of the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC), esteemed Commissioners and staff, we are excited to be joined by Bennae Calac of the Pauma Band of Luiseño Indians. Bennae Calac was appointed as a Commissioner by Governor Gavin Newsom on February 29, 2024. The NAHC looks forward to Bennae Calac’s hard work and dedication to tribal communities, carry over to the NAHC’s mission to preserve and protect California Native American Ancestors and cultural heritage.

You may find Governor Newsom’s announcement of Commissioner Calac here.