Mariko Yamada
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| Mariko Yamada | |
| California State Assembly District 8 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2008 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Democrat |
| Profession | Legislator |
| Website | Official website |
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Mariko Yamada is a Democratic member of the California State Assembly, representing the 8th District since 2008.
Yamada served as District 4 Director of Yolo County from 1999-2003, Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer for the San Diego County Department of Social Services from 1989-1994, and in the Office for Civil Rights, United States Department of Commerce from 1982-1987.[1]
Issue positions
Yamada provided answers to the California State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected. When asked his legislative priorities he responded:
"My top priorities are: healthcare reform--achievement of single-payer, universal coverage will actually save money over time; public safety with emphasis on community corrections and integrated social services and alcohol, drug, and mental health services; and public education, both vocational, technical and preparatory for college as the pathway to the middle class. I support continued funding for Proposition 98; additional revenues can be raised by closing tax loopholes benefitting the wealthiest Californians; streamlining and reducing the number of categorial programs in education and public health in favor of block grants to school districts and local governments for greater efficiencies."[2]
Committee membership
- Aging And Long-Term Care Committee, California General Assembly
- Agriculture Committee, California General Assembly
- Rules Committee, California General Assembly
- Rules Committee, California Legislature
- Veterans Affairs Committee, California General Assembly
- Water, Parks and Wildlife Committee, California General Assembly
Sponsored legislation
Yamada's sponsored legislation includes:
- AB 76 - Life and Annuity Consumer Protection Fund
- AB 1124 - Special education: due process hearings
- AB 1228 - Elections: all-mailed ballot elections
For details and a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Major donors
Below are Yamada's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[3]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| CA State Council of Service Employees | $14,400 |
| CA Teachers Assoc | $14,400 |
| CA School Employees Assoc | $10,471 |
| CA Assoc of Psychiatric Technicians | $9,500 |
| CA Nurses Assoc | $8,200 |
External links
- Official state assembly website of Mariko Yamada
- Biographical profile of Mariko Yamada on Project Vote Smart
- Campaign contributions: 2008
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