Biography

Conservative Republican Russ Bogh is Vice President of Business Development for Bogh Construction, a long time Riverside County family business founded by his father. In that role he has helped spearhead a growth in business, creating 30% more jobs in the last years.

Bogh's business specializes in building both elementary and high schools in Riverside County, and has worked on projects such the Palm Desert High School and the Gerald Ford Elementary School in Coachella.

Praised by The Riverside Press-Enterprise for being " . . . honest . . . bright and energetic," Russ Bogh served Riverside County residents as a Member of the State Assembly from 2001 through 2006.

In fact, Russ Bogh's leadership was so respected during his public service that he was selected to represent his colleagues as the Assembly Republican Caucus Chairman -- the second most powerful position among Assembly Republicans in the California Legislature.

A direct descendant of San Bernardino's first mayor, Amasa Lyman, Russ Bogh has been involved in public service throughout his entire life. Russ was principal liaison to more than three million constituents in San Bernardino and Riverside counties when he served as director of the Inland Empire Office of Governor Pete Wilson.

So it's no surprise that while serving in the California Legislature, Russ Bogh was the co-founder and former Chairman of the bi-partisan Inland Empire Caucus. Moreover, Russ also served as Vice Chairman of the Assembly Utilities and Commerce Committee in addition to sitting on the Assembly Insurance and Transportation Committees.

After departing office due to term limits, Russ Bogh continued his business career as Vice President of Business Development for Bogh Construction. Russ' family company specializes in building both elementary and high schools in the Inland Empire where they've conducted business for over fifty years.

Born in San Bernardino and a graduate of Beaumont High School with a degree in business economics from California State University at San Bernardino, Russ Bogh and his wife, Sheri, along with their three children, reside in Riverside County.

Awards and Recognition for Assemblyman Russ Bogh

60 Plus Association
2008 Honorary Guardian of Seniors’ Rights

Golden Badge Foundation
Legislative Leadership Award

Crime Victims United
2002 Legislator of the Year

CDF Firefighters
2003 and 2006 Legislator of the Year
(Only Legislator in the history of CDF to be named twice)

California Fire Chief’s Association
2004 Legislator of the Year
(Assemblyman Bogh received the Associations inaugural award)

League of California Cities
Highest Achievement Award for 2004
For unbending support of city government and protection of local government funds

Associated Builders and Contractors
2004 Legislator of the Year

Inland Empire Caucus serving people with Developmental Disabilities
Legislator of the Year

2005 Excellence in State Governance Award
The Valley Group

Lifetime Achievement Award
Republican Party of Riverside County

2006 Distinguished Citizen
Good Scout of the Year Award
Inland Empire Council
Boy Scouts of America

Easter Seals Disability Services
2006 Assembly Leadership Award

Riverside Sheriffs Association
“In Recognition for dedication and commitment to the Riverside County’s
Law Enforcement and Citizens of Riverside County”

Pass Area Supporting Soldiers
For Contribution to the California National Guard Armory in Banning

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 2266
For support of Veterans Programs

American Legion, District 21
For Support of Troops and Veterans

California Rehabilitation Association
Recognized in 2006 for “Historic Achievements” for disabled persons