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East Bay YIMBY and YIMBY Action support Assemblymember Mia Bonta because she has consistently voted for the major housing bills that matter most, and she's been a reliable partner for Oakland, Alameda and Emeryville. She has also taken on some of the barriers that block new homes.

This candidate criticized the rushed process by which AB-715 was brought to a vote. She did ultimately vote for the bill.

Primary: Jun 2, 2026

“BWOPA PAC is proud to endorse Assemblymember Mia Bonta for re-election to the California State Assembly. A dedicated public servant and long-time committed member of BWOPA, Assemblymember Bonta has led with purpose on issues impacting children, families, and historically marginalized communities. Her work in advancing education, health equity, and community investment reflects her commitment to building a more just and inclusive California. BWOPA PAC is confident she will continue to be a strong voice for Black women and families.”

Re-elect State Assemblymember Mia Bonta to keep AD-18 on the right track for progress. Priority bills: This session, Asm. Bonta’s priorities for AD-18 have included 22 bills about health care, public safety, education, and women’s rights. Of these, 16 have been successfully chaptered into law. She has sponsored and passed legislation to prevent youth from being on endless probation, ensure that immigrant youth have access to legal counsel, and remove barriers for alternative birthing centers to receive Medi-Cal reimbursements. She scores a Lifetime 100 out of 100 on Courage Score, our annual analysis of legislators’ progressive voting records. Based on our Courage Score analysis, Asm. Bonta has supported most progressive bills that made it to a vote, and has been designated an All-Star. Member of the Legislative Progressive Caucus?: Yes. Committee leadership/membership: Asm. Bonta currently sits on 15 committees, including Education, Budget, Community Reinvestment, Latina Inequities, Reproductive Health, and Status of Boys and Men of Color. She chairs the Assembly Committee on Health and co-chairs the Select Committee on CalFresh Enrollment and Nutrition. Governance experience: Asm. Bonta has served in this State Assembly seat since 2021, when she was elected with over 56% of the vote. In 2024, she won her re-election against an American Independent challenger by 60 points.