- Party: Democratic
- Occupation: California State Assemblymember
- Social worker; MSW, University of Southern California, June 1974
- Yolo County Supervisor, 2003-2008
- Chair, Assembly Committee on Aging and Long Term Care
- Chair, Assembly Select Committee on Sustainable and Organic Agriculture
- 2012 Legislator of the Year, AMVETS
- 100% Sierra Club and CA Labor Federation
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Top Priorities if Elected |
- Home and community-based services for older adults, persons with disabilities, and caregiver supports for both formal and informal providers.
- Preservation of agriculture, open space, and water resources.
- Supporting veterans and their families in returning to civilian life.
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The League of Women Voters of California Education Fund asked questions on the issues of all candidates for this office.
Read the answers from Mariko Yamada
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- California Teachers Association
- California Nurses Association
- California Professional Firefighters
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