California State Assembly District 21

Diane Papan

Democratic

Republican

Issue getting the most attention

Endorse California’s $8 billion drought strategy and invest in year-round wildfire prevention capacity.

Audit spending, reduce waste, make budgets transparent, and seek measurable results before asking for new tax revenue.

Issue with the biggest divide

Support affordable home construction, affordability requirements in future projects, and homeownership opportunities.

Build housing near transit and commercial areas with enough infrastructure. Speed permits for projects that follow local zoning and capacity rules.

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Oppose state housing mandates that require dense building or override local planning in established single-family neighborhoods.

Prohibit employers from requiring vacation use before paid family leave.

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Invest year-round in wildfire prevention, including staffing, equipment, vegetation management, and firebreak techniques.

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