$19,182

That’s the raise Assemblyman Mike Villines of Clovis will get next year. Chosen by fellow Republicans to replace George Plescia of San Diego as their caucus leader, Villines will receive $130,062, up from the $110,880 that ordinary Assembly members are paid. All lawmakers who live 50 miles or more from the Capitol also get $162 a day for travel, board and food -- tax-free. — Nancy Vogel