Affordable Housing for Working Families
Every family deserves the dignity of a safe, stable place to call home. But here in District 36—from the Imperial Valley to the Coachella Valley—too many working families are being priced out of the communities they help sustain. Teachers, farmworkers, first responders, and small business owners shouldn’t have to choose between paying rent and putting food on the table.
Oscar Ortiz believes housing is a human right, and he has the experience to lead on this issue. As a former Indio Mayor, Oscar pushed for smart policies to increase affordable housing options while protecting local neighborhoods. In Sacramento, he will fight to expand funding for affordable housing, streamline permitting for responsible development, and support first-time homebuyers. With strategic investment and a focus on results, we can build housing that working people can actually afford—because when families have a roof over their heads, our entire community grows stronger.
Healthcare You Can Count On
Healthcare shouldn’t depend on your zip code, your job, or your income level. Yet here in District 36, too many families still struggle to access the care they need—from basic preventative services to mental health support and specialist treatment.
Oscar Ortiz is a scientist who spent a decade in the pharmaceutical industry developing life-improving therapies. He understands that healthcare is not just a policy issue—it’s personal. In the State Assembly, Oscar will fight to make healthcare more affordable, expand Medi-Cal access, and protect reproductive freedom. He will also champion investments in mental health and addiction services, especially in rural and underserved areas. Because everyone deserves care they can count on—no exceptions.
Economic Development Rooted in Sustainability
Oscar Ortiz knows that a strong economy and a healthy environment go hand in hand. As Deputy Director of a land conservation nonprofit and Chair of regional clean energy commissions, he’s spent years bringing people together to protect our natural resources and create good-paying jobs in clean industries.
In the State Assembly, Oscar will fight for an economy that works for all of us—not just the wealthy few. That means investing in renewable energy projects, modernizing our water infrastructure, and supporting local farmers and small businesses. It means building career pathways in emerging green industries and workforce development programs that prepare our young people for the jobs of tomorrow. With strategic, science-driven policies, we can grow our economy while safeguarding the land, water, and air we all depend on.
