California State Assembly - District 76

District 76 — California State Assembly

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State assembly members introduce and vote on new laws, hold hearings, and draft the state budget. They are elected to two-year terms.

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Two square off in race for changing Assembly District 76 seat — October 24, 2020 San Diego Union-Tribune

Election 2020: 76th State Assembly District — October 8, 2020 The Coast News Group

2020 election: Q&A with Assemblywoman Tasha Boerner Horvath, candidate for California’s 76th District — September 29, 2020 San Diego Union-Tribune

2020 election: Q&A with Melanie Burkholder, candidate for California’s 76th Assembly District — September 29, 2020 San Diego Union-Tribune

Two vie for 76th Assembly seat — February 16, 2020 San Diego Union-Tribune

Q&A: Tasha Boerner Horvath, candidate for State Assembly District 76 (ARTICLE SAYS OTHER CANDIDATE DID NOT RESPOND) — February 3, 2020 San Diego Union-Tribune

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Tasha Boerner Horvath

Democratic

California State Assemblymember

Top 3 Priorities

FULLY FUNDING PUBLIC SCHOOLS: As a mother and former...
STRONG NEIGHBORHOODS: I will strengthen our unique...
PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT: In the State Assembly...

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Melanie Burkholder

Republican

PhD Clinical Christian Counseling/Business...

Top 3 Priorities

Housing is unaffordable. I support reducing the enormous...
Traffic is worse than ever. I support the freeway...
Homelessness is increasing in the district. I support...

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Tasha Boerner Horvath

Democratic

California State Assemblymember

132,688 votes (55.6%)Winning

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My Top 3 Priorities

FULLY FUNDING PUBLIC SCHOOLS: As a mother and former PTA leader, I am strongly supported by local teachers because I am committed to fully funding public schools, expanding access to after-school programs, and making community college tuition free.
STRONG NEIGHBORHOODS: I will strengthen our unique communities by maintaining fast emergency response times, keeping our neighborhoods safe, increasing good jobs, incentivizing affordable housing, and addressing the root causes of homelessness.
PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT: In the State Assembly I am a champion for environmental policies that preserve our beaches, parks, trails and open spaces, invest in renewable energy, keep our air and water clean, and address the climate crisis head on.

Experience

Profession:California State Assemblymember

California State Assemblymember, 76th District, California State Assembly (2018–current)

Owner and Designer, Maya and Me Handmade, Self (2015–current)

City Councilmember, City of Encinitas (2016–2018)

Planning Commissioner, Old Encinitas, City of Encinitas — Appointed position (2015–2016)

Education

Claremont Graduate University — A.B.D., Political Science (2003)

Claremont Graduate University — M.A., International Studies (1998)

University of California, Berkeley — B.A., Political Science (1995)

Community Activities

Vice President of Programs, Paul Ecke Central Elementary School P.T.A. (2015–2016)

Head of the Traffic and Safety Committee, Paul Ecke Central Elementary School P.T.A. (2015–2016)

Biography

I am a third-generation Encinitan, State Assemblymember, businesswoman, community leader, and a mother. In the State Assembly, I am a champion for sustainability, opportunity, equality, and equity for the people of Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, and Camp Pendleton.

Prior to my election to the State Assembly in 2018, I served on the Encinitas City Council as well as the city’s planning commission. Professionally, I have worked for global Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and higher education institutions. In response to my daughter’s struggle with sensory processing disorder, I started a business designing sensory-friendly clothing for little girls.

I earned a M.A. in International Studies from Claremont Graduate University Institute of Politics and Policy. I received my B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley -- Go Bears!

My husband and I are the proud parents of two children.

Who supports this candidate?

Organizations (9)

Who gave money to this candidate?

Contributions

Total money raised: $2,845,783

Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:

California Democratic Party

$1,277,878

Sonoma County Democratic Central Committee

$50,000

Riverside County Democratic Party

$25,000

California Labor Federation

$18,600

California Professional Firefighters

$18,600

California Teachers Association

$18,600

SEIU California

$18,600

Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters

$18,600

More information about contributions

By State:

California 95.56%

District of Columbia 1.01%

Texas 0.54%

New Jersey 0.46%

Other 2.44%

By Size:

Large contributions (99.79%)

Small contributions (0.21%)

By Type:

From organizations (96.89%)

From individuals (3.11%)

Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.

Candidate Contact Info

Website: tasha4assembly.com/

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Email - teamtasha@tasha4assembly.com

Melanie Burkholder

Republican

Licensed Counselor/Businesswoman

105,855 votes (44.4%)

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My Top 3 Priorities

Housing is unaffordable. I support reducing the enormous government fees that make housing too expensive.
Traffic is worse than ever. I support the freeway projects that we voted for, including state routes 78, 52, 67, and 56.
Homelessness is increasing in the district. I support tough love programs that require mentally ill or drug addicted homeless to get help.

Who supports this candidate?

Organizations (2)

Who gave money to this candidate?

Contributions

Total money raised: $181,888

Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:

Employees of SAN DIEGO ANALYTICS

$5,250

Republican Party of San Diego County

$5,000

Employees of Palomar Tech

$4,950

Employees of ACAL ENGINEERING, INC.

$4,700

Employees of BURKHOLDER FOR ASSEMBLY 2020

$4,700

Employees of CHILDRENS PARADISE INC.

$4,700

GROVE FOR SENATE 2022

$4,700

Employees of SELF - JOHN KRUGER

$4,700

More information about contributions

By State:

California 98.28%

0.72%

Texas 0.63%

Michigan 0.11%

Other 0.26%

By Size:

Large contributions (96.55%)

Small contributions (3.45%)

By Type:

From organizations (11.32%)

From individuals (88.68%)

Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.

Candidate Contact Info

Email - melanie@melanieforassembly.com

California State Assembly - District 76

District 76 — California State Assembly

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