James Ramos

Candidate for California Assembly District 40

Assemblymember James Ramos Announces Re-Election Bid

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Assembly Rules Chair Formally Launches 2024 Campaign 

Highland, CA – Today, Assemblymember James Ramos (D-Highland) announced that he is seeking to be re-elected to represent California’s 45th Assembly District. Ramos was elected in 2022 to represent the newly drawn AD 45. The district includes the communities of Fontana, Highland, Mentone, Muscoy, Redlands, Rialto, and San Bernardino.

In announcing his re-election bid, Assemblyman Ramos released the following statement: 

“As a former member of the State Board of Education, San Bernardino Community College Board of Trustees, Chairman of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, and Chairman of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, I am proud of the work that I have been able to accomplish in serving the community,” stated Ramos. During my time in the Legislature, I championed common sense solutions that keep our communities safe, address homelessness, and improve our local economy.”

Ramos’ re-election campaign is already supported by a diverse coalition of elected officials, labor organizations, business organizations, and community leaders. A partial list of his supporters include: 

 

Organizations

Advance Native Political Action Fund

CalFire Local 2881

California Association of Realtors

California Association of Highway Patrol

California Police Chiefs Association

California Professional Firefighters Association

California State Council of Laborers

IBEW Local 477

Inland Empire Labor Council, AFL-CIO

International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Joint Council 42

Iron Workers Local 433

LiUNA Local 783

Redlands Police Officers Association

Redlands Professional Firefighters

Rialto Police Benefit Association

San Bernardino County Professional Firefighters

San Bernardino Police Officers Association

Sheriff’s Employees’ Benefit Association

Southwest Mountain Regional Council of Carpenters

Teamsters Local 1932

 

Federal, State, County, and Local Officials

Congressman Pete Aguilar

Speaker Robert Rivas

San Bernardino County Supervisor Joe Baca Jr.

San Bernardino County Supervisor Jesse Armendarez

San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus

San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson

San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Ted Alejandre

Highland Councilmember Jesse Chavez

Redlands Councilmember Denise Davis

Redlands Councilmember Mario Saucedo

Redlands Mayor Pro Tem Paul Barich

Rialto Councilmember Andy Carrizales

Rialto Councilmember Ed Scott

Rialto Councilmember Rafael Trujillo

San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran

San Bernardino Councilmember Jaun Figueroa

San Bernardino Councilmember Theodore Sanchez

San Bernardino Police Chief Darrin Goodman

 

Education Officials

Dr. Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers

San Bernardino Community College District Board of Trustee Dr. Anne Viricel

San Bernardino Community College District Board of Trustee Gloria Harrison

San Bernardino Community College District Board of Trustee Joesph Williams

San Bernardino Community College District Board of Trustee John Longville

San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education Member Dr. Scott Wyatt

Fontana Unified School District Board of Education Member Adam Perez

Rialto Unified School District Board of Education Member Edgar Montes

Rialto Unified School District Board of Education Member Evelyn Dominquez

 

Statement from Supporters

“James is an independent voice in Sacramento for our communities. He has been instrumental in securing millions of dollars to improve mental health programs, increase workforce training, and supporting our first responders,” stated San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca Jr.

San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus expressed his support for Assemblyman Ramos stating, “James has been a champion for law enforcement and protecting our communities from violent criminals. He has my full support.”

“Firefighters can count on Assemblyman James Ramos. He continues to fight for the resources and tools we need to keep our communities safe,” stated Liz Brown, Cal Fire Local 2881 District Vice President. 

 

About James

Assemblymember James C. Ramos, a lifelong resident of the San Manuel Indian Reservation in San Bernardino County, is a member of the Serrano/Cahuilla tribe.

Ramos, the first California Native American to serve in the California State Assembly, was elected on November 6, 2018. 

As a child, he lived with his family in a mobile home in one of the most poverty-stricken areas in San Bernardino County. To help support his family while attending school, he worked in fast food restaurants and as a janitor in the San Bernardino City Unified School District. Ramos went to local public schools and graduated from San Gorgonio High School. He understood the importance of education. He received an Associate of Arts degree in business at Victor Valley College, a Bachelor of Science degree in Business with a concentration in Accounting at California State University, San Bernardino, and a Master of Business Administration degree at the University of Redlands.

Ramos’ commitment to public service led to a number of firsts: first Native American appointed to the State Board of Education; first Indian to serve on the San Bernardino Community College Board of Trustees; first Native American elected to the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors and later first Native American board chair.

 

The Inland Empire Labor Council, AFL-CIO Join in Support of James Ramos for Assembly

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(Highland, CA) – The James Ramos for State Assembly campaign has earned the support of the Inland Empire Labor Council, AFL-CIO.

“As a leader in the State Assembly James Ramos has stood with the working class to get ahead—from raising the minimum wage, restoring wage cuts for Homecare Providers and bringing resources to our region,” said Ricardo Cisneros, Executive Secretary Treasurer, Inland Empire Labor Council AFL-CIO. “We are looking forward to creating a Better San Bernardino. The Inland Empire Labor Council, AFL-CIO is united as one movement in re-Electing JamesRamos to the State Assembly.”

The Inland Empire Labor Council is an organization of workers dedicated to protecting members’ interests and improving working conditions. They represent local unions from every sector of the labor movement.

“Having the support of the working families of the Inland Empire is important to me,” said James Ramos. “I was a member of the labor movement when I was a school janitor and I have not forgotten the challenges that many families face every day.”

Ramos, the first California Native American to serve in the California State Assembly, was elected to represent residents of the 40th District on November 6, 2018, after serving as a San Bernardino County Supervisor for six years.

 

Congressman Aguilar Joins Growing List Of Local Officials In Support Of The James Ramos Re-Election Campaign

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Highland, CA – The James Ramos for State Assembly campaign continues to gain momentum, announcing the endorsement of Congressman Pete Aguilar.

“Assemblyman James Ramos has secured millions of dollars to support our local law enforcement, improve mental health programs for our students and increase workforce training programs for our residents”, said Congressman Peter Aguilar. “I’m proud to endorse James Ramos because he continues to deliver results for our community.”

Congressman Aguilar joins an impressive list of local elected leaders that have already announced their support for Assemblyman Ramos. “I am truly humbled by the outpouring of support from trusted local leaders. I look forward to working with our local officials to create jobs, improve our schools, help our local governments, and keep our communities safe,” said Assemblyman Ramos.

Inland Empire Leaders for James Ramos
Joe Baca, Jr., San Bernardino County Supervisor
Ted Alejandre,
San Bernardino County Superintendent
Penny Lilburn, Highland Mayor Pro Tem
Jesse Chavez, Highland Council Member
Anaeli Solano, Highland Council Member
Deborah Robertson, Rialto Mayor
Ed Scott, Rialto Mayor Pro Tem
Rafael Trujillo, Rialto Council Member
Andy Carrizales, Rialto Council Member
Karla Perez, Rialto Council Member
Barbara McGee, Rialto City Clerk
Jenna Guzman-Lowery, Redlands Council Member
Paul Barich, Redlands Mayor
Eddie Tejeda, Redlands Mayor Pro Tem
Denise Davis, Redlands Council Member
Dr. Gwendolyn Dowdy-Rodgers, San Bernardino City Unified School District
Edgar Montes, Rialto Unified School District Board of Education
Dina Walker, Rialto Unified School District Board of Education
Anne L. Viricel, San Bernardino Community College District
John Longville, San Bernardino Community College District
Dr. Scott Wyatt, San Bernardino City Unified School District
Danny Tillman, San Bernardino City Unified School District

San Bernardino County Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 935 Throws Support Behind James Ramos for Assembly

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(Highland, CA) – The James Ramos for State Assembly campaign announced he has secured the endorsement of the brave men and women of San Bernardino County Professional Firefighters, International Association of Fire Firefighters Local 935.

During his time on the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors and in the State Legislature, James Ramos has championed issues important to firefighters.

“Firefighters can count on Assemblyman James Ramos. He continues to fight for the resources and tools we need to keep Californians safe,” said Jim Grigoli, President of San Bernardino County Professional Firefighters, International Association of Fire Firefighters Local 935.

With over 100 years of service to the communities within San Bernardino County, the San Bernardino County Professional Firefighters, International Association of Fire Firefighters Local 935 represent the men and women of the San Bernardino County Firefighters and the affiliate membership of Colton, Loma Linda, Big Bear, and Montclair Fire.

“I am humbled to have the support of the organization, said Assemblyman James Ramos. I look forward to continuing to fight for resources that keep our firefighters and communities safe.”

Ramos, the first California Native American to serve in the California State Assembly, was elected to represent residents of the 40th District on November 6, 2018, after serving as a San Bernardino County Supervisor for six years.

Assemblymember James C. Ramos, a lifelong resident of the San Manuel Indian Reservation in San Bernardino County, is a member of the Serrano/Cahuilla tribe.

California Association of Highway Patrolmen Support James Ramos for Assembly

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(Highland, CA) – The James Ramos for State Assembly campaign continues to gain momentum, announcing that Assemblymember Ramos has secured the endorsement of the California
Association of Highway Patrolmen in his race for Assembly District 45.

Founded in 1920, the California Highway Patrolmen advocate on behalf of active and retired California Highway Patrol officers.
“I am proud to have the support of the brave men and women that serve in law enforcement, said Assemblyman Ramos. They put their lives on the line every day to protect our community and ensure our safety.”

Ramos, the first California Native American to serve in the California State Assembly, was elected to represent residents of the 40th District on November 6, 2018, after serving as a San Bernardino County Supervisor for six years.

Assemblymember James C. Ramos, a lifelong resident of the San Manuel Indian Reservation in San Bernardino County, is a member of the Serrano/Cahuilla tribe.

AD 45 Notes:
Assembly District 45 includes the cities of Rialto, San Bernardino, Redlands, Fontana, Mentone, Muscoy, and Highland. Assemblymember Ramos already represents over half of this district. Governor Gavin Newsom won this seat in 2018 by over 60%. The seat has a Democratic Registration advantage of + 25%.

California Teachers Association And United Farmworkers Join In Support Of James Ramos For State Assembly

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(Highland, CA) – The Ramos for State Assembly Re-Election campaign announced an endorsement from the California Teachers Association and the United Farmworkers.

“These organizations have faced a very difficult two years on the frontlines of this pandemic,” said Assemblymember Ramos. I am proud that they have endorsed me for re-election, and I look forward to working with them as we move this state forward.”

Assemblymember James C. Ramos, a lifelong resident of the San Manuel Indian Reservation in San Bernardino County, is a member of the Serrano/Cahuilla tribe.

Ramos, the first California Native American to serve in the California State Assembly, was elected to represent residents of the 40th District on November 6, 2018.

AD 45 Notes:

Assembly District 45 includes the cities of Rialto, San Bernardino, Redlands, Fontana, Mentone, Muscoy, and Highland. Assemblymember Ramos already represents over half of this district. Governor Gavin Newsom won this seat in 2018 by over 60%. The seat has a Democratic Registration advantage of + 25%.