Kate Sanchez (born November 8, 1988) is an American politician and businesswoman who has served in the

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from the 71st district since 2023, succeeding Randy G. Voepel.

State Assembly

Sanchez introduced two bills shortly after taking office – the first, focused on crime and public safety, would prevent

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cases from being handled by multiple prosecutors. The second focused on education. She was barred from joining the California Latino Legislative Caucus, which is only made up of Democrats. Sanchez says she is a Hispanic working mother. In her second term, Sanchez introduced a bill prohibiting transgender women from participating in

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team sports.

Electoral history

References

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