Sally Ann Gonzales
State Senator - District 20
Democratic
Senator Sally Ann Gonzales a member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe. A former elementary teacher, she holds a B.A. degree in Elementary Education and an M.A. degree in Multicultural Education from the University of Arizona. In 1992, Gonzales was elected to the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Council. In 1996, became the first Indigenous woman elected to the Arizona House of Representatives, where she served until 2000 and again between 2010 and 2018 when she was elected to the State Senate. Currently, Senator Gonzales is the ranking member of the Health & Human Services Committee and Co-Chair of the Indigenous Peoples Caucus.
I am Senator Sally Ann Gonzales. I've had the privilege and honor to serve you, my constituents for the past 18 years. It has been my mission to advocate and protect our most vulnerable citizens, our children, elders, disabled, and veterans. As Arizonans continue to recover economically from the pandemic and the housing crisis continues, it is crucial to work to provide a safety-net for all our citizens impacted. In the education arena, fully funding our public district schools means providing, competitive salaries and benefits for all teachers and support staff as well as smaller classroom sizes. Having full-time counselors and nurses at each school is vital for the social and emotional wellbeing of our students. I'm committed to expanding vocational opportunities and growing our workforce by funding and supporting programs like JTED. It is essential that our three universities/community colleges be recognized, treated, and funded as engines of economic development in Arizona. In closing, clean air and water are essential to the well-being of our citizens. Therefore, Arizona must have strong laws to ensure the protection and improvement of our environment. PROTECTING OUR VOTING RIGHTS IS FUNDAMENTAL! I humbly ask for your continued support on July 30, 2024.
Alma Hernandez
State Representative - District 20
Democratic
Betty Villegas
State Representative - District 20
Democratic
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Betty Villegas is a third-generation Tucson native who worked in banking for 17 years before transitioning to public service. She retired as the Housing Program Manager for Pima County in 2016. In 2020, she was appointed to the Pima County Board of Supervisors following the passing of Supervisor Richard Elias. Betty is married to retired teacher Juan, and together, they have four children and five grandchildren. Betty is a passionate advocate for affordable housing, public education, environmental justice, and improving the quality of life for vulnerable individuals in the community. She actively participates in various boards and commissions to promote equity, social justice, and healthy living.
I am a third-generation Tucsonan and have been a lifelong resident of Pima County. With 25 years of dedicated public service, I deeply understand our district's needs and am committed to serving LD 20, Pima County, and Arizona. My experience in government enables me to understand the structure of state government. As a housing professional, I can create equitable solutions for all. As a member of various boards and commissions focused on Southern Arizona's well-being and culture, I understand the importance of community representation. During my tenure on the Pima County Board of Supervisors in April 2020, amidst the pandemic, I prioritized protecting our employees and ensuring our public health department was well-funded and equipped to respond effectively. Upholding LGBTQ+ rights and advocating for women's and transgender reproductive healthcare freedom are integral to my values. I am dedicated to advancing legislation safeguarding our water, air quality, and natural resources. Supporting fully funded, safe, and well-maintained public education is paramount. My approach centers on solution-based policies aimed at enhancing the lives of everyone in our community. My qualifications and experience ensure I am ready to continue representing LD 20 effectively.