Cesar Aguilar
Candidate for Arizona State House – District 26
Arizona · Legislative District 26
Statement
Representative Aguilar remains a dedicated fighter for working-class families, ensuring that those who power Arizona's economy can afford to live and prosper. My first two terms have been dedicated to being a voice for the working class. However, the work is far from finished. As the 2026 elections approach, our families are facing an unprecedented cost-of-living crisis under the Trump regime. -Economic Dignity: I remain committed to empower our workers to organize for livable wages, stable pensions, and the respect they deserve. -Educational Equity: As the former Executive Director of the Arizona Students' Association, I will continue to fight for fully funded Preschool- Higher Education as stated in AZ Constitution ( Article 11, Section 6) Public Education must be protected. -Quality Healthcare: No family in District 26 should be forced into debt due to a medical emergency. I will continue to advocate for expanded access and lower prescription drug costs. -Stop the Separation of Families: ICE has gotten out of control. Immigration has murdered Americans Citizens and traumatized our children. Today, too many families fear leaving their homes even when they should not have to. People have lost hope in our government due to the injustices in ICE.
Biography
A native of Phoenix, Arizona, Representative Cesar Aguilar was raised in a working-class household where he learned the values of hard work. After earning his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Northern Arizona University in 2016, he began his professional career with the Arizona Democratic Party, laying the groundwork for a life dedicated to public advocacy. Before entering the legislature, Representative Aguilar served as the Executive Director of the Arizona Students' Association. In this role, he championed college accessibility and affordability, driven by his conviction that education serves as the ultimate equalizer in society.
Positions
Issue Stances
Water Policy
No official stance on record.
Education Funding
SupportsPrioritizes funding public schools from preschool through college; says he has fought to restore funding at all levels.
Border Security & Immigration
No official stance on record.
Housing Affordability
SupportsSupports short and long-term housing crisis responses, temporary housing for people experiencing homelessness, permanent housing, rent control, and protections for people with disabilities and fixed incomes.
Election Integrity
No official stance on record.
Public Safety & Criminal Justice
SupportsSupports criminal justice reform to address racial disparities and reduce the consequences of Arizona's high imprisonment rate.
Energy Policy
No official stance on record.
Economic Development & Jobs
SupportsSupports labor rights, job security, livable wages, pensions, and repealing Arizona right-to-work laws.
Reproductive Rights
SupportsDescribes himself as pro-abortion; says abortion is healthcare and bodily autonomy should be protected.
Transportation & Infrastructure
No official stance on record.
Government Spending & Taxation
SupportsSupports rent control and property tax protections for families with disabilities and fixed incomes.
Legislature
Legislative Voting Record
No voting record on file.
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Ballot
Ballot Measure Stances
No ballot measure stances on file yet.
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