YIMBY Action✓ Endorses“YIMBY Action endorses Assemblymember Chris Ward because he has been one of San Diego's strongest housing champions in Sacramento.”
2026 Midterm Partner Endorsements
Chris Ward
California State Assembly, District 78 · California
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Housing Action Coalition✓ EndorsesAbout Chris Ward
Assemblymember Chris Ward is a parent of two young children who motivate him every day to make the world a better place. Chris was first elected to serve the 78th Assembly District in November 2020, and quickly got to work on legislative action and constituent services to help state resources reach residents in need. He has been appointed to a number of leadership roles, including Speaker Pro Tempore, Assistant Majority Leader, and chair of key committees in addition to being the Assembly’s representative on the California Coastal Conservancy.
Chris helped deliver essential resources to the San Diego region through the state budget to help for proven homeless housing, climate, infrastructure and other long-needed support. In his first term, he sent 18 bills to the Governor’s desk where all were signed, helping reduce housing discrimination, create a community solar program, expand the Scholarshare program, protect threatened natural resources, assist crime victims, and more. He continues to prioritize housing, climate, and district support in his legislative work.
From voteforward.com
Chris Ward on Housing and Abundance
“A work force that makes a living wage and has the economic security of affordable healthcare, education, and housing will re-invest their earnings into the businesses in our neighborhood.”
“We must ensure that our neighbors are lifted out of homelessness and provided with supportive housing with wrap-around services to get them back on their feet.”
“As Chair of the Regional Taskforce on the Homeless I have worked tirelessly to update systems of care, identify funding streams, and increase housing supply for our most vulnerable San Diegans.”