Stephanie Simacek
Candidate for Arizona State House – District 2
Arizona · Legislative District 2
Statement
I am a mom, public school teacher, Deer Valley Unified School District governing board member, and an Arizona State House Representative. I first ran for office to strengthen public education, address our water crisis, and tackle rising costs, including childcare, healthcare, and housing. Since my election in 2024, I have had the honor and privilege to fight for these issues on behalf of Arizona's second legislative district. These are not partisan issues; they affect us all, regardless of our political affiliation. As a public school teacher, I saw firsthand the positive impact of diverse teaching methods, dedicated staff, and engaged parents. As a mother, I've felt how hard rising costs in healthcare, housing, childcare, food, and utilities have hit Arizona families. As an Arizonan, I know we must act fast to ensure that future generations get to enjoy this great state we all know and love. I am seeking reelection this year because our work is far from finished. There is still so much we can do, and I remain committed to continuing that work on behalf of my neighbors.
Biography
Stephanie was raised in Oregon, where her teachers instilled in her a passion for education. In 2014, she made Arizona her home with her two daughters. She began teaching first grade in a public school after graduating from Grand Canyon University with a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education. Working with first graders was rewarding and challenging, and it reaffirmed her belief in the power of education to transform lives In 2022, her neighbors elected Stephanie first to the Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board, then two years later, to represent Arizona's second legislative district at the House of Representatives, where she faithfully serves all of Arizona.
Positions
Issue Stances
Water Policy
SupportsIdentifies environment and water as a top campaign issue and calls for forward-thinking policies.
Education Funding
SupportsSays public schools have been harmed by historic divestments in funding and need change.
Border Security & Immigration
No official stance on record.
Housing Affordability
SupportsDescribes the housing crisis as a serious burden for families, renters, and seniors.
Election Integrity
No official stance on record.
Healthcare Access
SupportsNames healthcare costs as part of the cost burden facing Arizonans.
Public Safety & Criminal Justice
No official stance on record.
Energy Policy
SupportsEnvironment and water language supports environmental policy and clean energy approaches.
Economic Development & Jobs
SupportsAffordability platform addresses declining purchasing power and basic cost pressures on working families.
Reproductive Rights
SupportsIssue page directly supports reproductive freedom and warns against bans on birth control and IVF.
Transportation & Infrastructure
No official stance on record.
Government Spending & Taxation
No official stance on record.
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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