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California · 2026 United States general election · November 3

State Assembly · District 1

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Official source: California Secretary of State (Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.), Elections Division ↗(opens in a new tab) · check the state's own candidate list for the final word

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Heather Hadwick Republican · Incumbent Republican Assemblymember Heather Hadwick represents California's 1st Assembly District and is seeking re-election in November 2026. Full profile → Dianna Margaret James Democratic Democratic challenger Dianna Margaret James is running for California Assembly District 1 against Republican incumbent Heather Hadwick. Full profile →

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IssueHeather Hadwick
Republican
Dianna Margaret James
Democratic
Economy & jobsSupports small businesses, job creation, and cutting regulation Prioritizes rural economic development and small business support
HousingSupports shelter-focused solutions to homelessness Supports housing affordability for rural communities
Health careSupports improving rural healthcare access and rural hospitals no sourced position
ImmigrationOpposes sanctuary city policies for criminal undocumented immigrants no sourced position
Abortion & reproductive rightsPro-life; opposes California's abortion laws no sourced position
EducationSupports local control, parental rights, and back-to-basics education Champions fully funded public education for rural districts
Climate & energySupports wildfire prevention through vegetation clearing and mitigation funding Supports wildfire resilience, forest management, and lower utility rates
Crime & public safetyStrongly supports law enforcement and accountability for repeat offenders Favors smart community health investments over mass incarceration
Taxes & budgetSupports suspending California gas tax and cutting government spending Prioritizes fiscal responsibility and citizens' value for money
GunsPro-Second Amendment; authored pro-gun legislation no sourced position
Democracy & electionsno sourced position Supports stronger citizen engagement and opposes democratic backsliding
Foreign policy & defenseno sourced position Brings State Dept. democracy and human rights background; no current policy stance stated

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