Upon taking office, Pasquil Rogers became the first woman, Filipina, and person of Pacific Islander heritage to hold the role.

[7] She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Marymount College in Salina, Kansas.

[2] On November 3, 2009, California Lieutenant Governor John Garamendi was elected to the United States House of Representatives for California's 10th congressional district, leaving the office of lieutenant governor vacant.

[15] Pasquil Rogers went on to serve as California's Office of Emergency Services as a senior advisor.

[3][4] Pasquil Rogers was appointed to the California State Personnel Board in 2019, and was elected to serve as vice president for 2021.