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Fighting for Our Community

Every Californian has a right to choose what happens with their own body, full stop. A woman’s right to choose is nonnegotiable—Eli has always been a champion for reproductive freedom, and will never compromise on this most fundamental of human rights.

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Eli’s goal is to make sure that every senior has access to affordable healthcare, housing, and food; reliable transportation; and opportunities to connect, learn, and grow. As Mayor, Eli has been a champion for local seniors, supporting the nonprofits that serve older adults while creating a new Intergenerational Center to provide seniors with free classes, activities, and connection.

Protecting our Seniors

If politicians want the public’s trust, they need to earn it. Eli is the only candidate who goes out of his way to post his voting record online, because he believes that you deserve to know how he voted and why on every major issue.

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No matter who you are or what you do, workers deserve dignity and respect. That means fair treatment, a wage you can live on, and safe working conditions. Eli’s strong track record of pro-worker leadership makes clear that he will fight every day to stand up for working people and families, and to strengthen workers’ right to organize.

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<h2>About Eli and the 12th Assembly District</h2><img src="https://run.imgix.net/076db3e2-9da2-495e-acdf-5ab38291f84d/1f83c59c-9b8f-4de6-89e3-3a3fd7d68e18/1f83c59c-9b8f-4de6-89e3-3a3fd7d68e18.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1500%2C2000&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="30" variant="base">Eli is a lifelong resident of the district he’s running to represent in the Assembly. A product of our outstanding public schools, he knows the value of a good public education, and attended Cal Poly’s school of architecture. Out of college, he worked at a multinational architecture firm before starting his own firm. In 2018, he was elected to the Corte Madera Town Council, becoming the youngest elected official in Marin while earning the most votes in Corte Madera history, and in 2020, he became Corte Madera’s youngest and first openly LGBT mayor. When he’s not working, Eli’s favorite activities are the ones that celebrate our home’s natural beauty and history: exploring the tidepools of the Pacific coast, hiking the Mt. Tamalpais watershed, or exploring the historic adobes of Sonoma.California's 12th Assembly District includes all of Marin County, including the cities of San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Fairfax, Sausalito, Ross and Belvedere, and the Sonoma County cities of Cotati, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, and Santa Rosa.

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<h4>Eli Beckman is a two-term Mayor, small business owner, and proven leader ready to make our government actually work for California families. </h4>Committed to the Communities He Was Raised InEli is a proud product of the district he's running to represent. He grew up here, formed his earliest memories among the redwoods of Marin and the golden hills of Sonoma, and attended our local public schools. Raised alongside his twin brother, Eli went on to become an architect and entrepreneur — and never left the community he loves.Today, he's the Founder and CEO of HAUS+, a company that builds sustainable small homes, and knows firsthand what it takes to cut through red tape and build more housing.&nbsp;Delivering Results as Mayor of Corte MaderaAs Mayor of Corte Madera, Eli has delivered results on the issues that hit households hardest. Under Eli’s leadership, Marin passed its first long-range plan to protect homes from flooding and wildfire, championed a housing plan that added affordable units without sacrificing community character, and turned around the town's finances — cutting pension debt and building a rainy day fund.&nbsp;As a board member of MCE Clean Energy, Eli has pushed to bring clean energy costs below PG&amp;E rates, saving families money on their bills, and led the push for central Marin’s wastewater treatment plant to become a national leader in generating renewable energy to power its own operations, saving taxpayers more than a million dollars a year in energy costs.Making Sacramento Deliver for Working FamiliesCalifornia families are being squeezed from every direction. Wildfire and flood insurance costs are through the roof. Housing is out of reach. Healthcare and education keep getting more expensive. And Sacramento is failing to fix it.Eli believes in a state government that's lean, effective, and focused on results for people — not bureaucracy. That means streamlining permitting, repealing redundant laws, and making every dollar count for working families.California doesn't need more politicians who talk about change. It needs a leader like Eli who actually delivers results.

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From flooding to wildfire, the effects of climate change are an existential threat to our homes and businesses. Every solution must be on the table to address this crisis, with a focus on driving down the cost of decarbonization so that families, businesses, and government can afford to take the steps necessary to address this threat.

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It’s getting harder and harder to afford a life here, and it will take bold action to reverse this problem. As a lifelong resident of the district and a local small business owner, Eli knows firsthand the challenges of living and working in such an expensive place, and he knows that it will take a fundamental change in Sacramento’s mindset to address this challenge. That’s why Eli pledges to evaluate every vote he is asked to take with one simple question: will this make things more expensive or more affordable, both now and in the future?

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Our public education system used to be one of our state’s biggest competitive advantages, and we need to get back to investing in our children. Every Californian deserves access to free, high-quality education from pre-K through a 4 year degree or trade program. Eli is a proud product of California public schools, from kindergarten through college, so he knows the value of a good public education, In the Assembly, Eli will fight every day to make sure every Californian has that same opportunity.

We are fortunate to live in one of the most beautiful places on earth—and this privilege comes with the responsibility to protect it. Eli understands how our health and our economy rely on a healthy planet that’s functioning the way it was meant to. That’s why restoring our environment and meeting California’s pledge to protect or conserve 30% of the state’s land and waters by 2030 is a top priority for Eli.

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Every one of us has a right to quality, affordable healthcare, period. No Californian should have to choose between healthcare and groceries, and every one of us deserves access to free preventative care and affordable prescriptions. We need to train thousands of new medical professionals, and to make sure that all Californians—especially in remote, rural, or underserved communities—have access to clinics. Leading his city through COVID, Mayor Beckman helped create free vaccination clinics in public spaces to help keep the community healthy and safe.

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Every Californian deserves access to affordable housing within a reasonable distance of where they work, and every Californian should have the opportunity to establish homeownership—especially those from disadvantaged communities. But we need to be strategic about where we build new housing: density belongs along real transit corridors and near major employment centers—not in remote communities, and not in flood or fire zones. In Corte Madera, Eli built a coalition to support reasonable pro-housing policies that resulted in the approval of the largest affordable housing development in Corte Madera’s history, while at the same time preserving the community’s small-town charm and natural beauty—policies that all local communities should be empowered to pursue.

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<h2>Results On The Issues That Impact Us</h2><h3>Eli’s spent years working on the issues that affect our daily lives the most, from infrastructure to utility bills to public safety. His experience and record of results in local government has taught him how state government can best serve North Bay communities.</h3><h5>CLIMATE resilience</h5><ul><li>Developed Marin’s first long-range Climate Adaptation Plan to protect residents and&nbsp;property from flood and fire</li><li>Led the charge on local wildfire safety, including moving power lines underground,&nbsp;responsible vegetation management, and free fireproofing assistance for residents</li><li>Earned residents a 20% discount on flood insurance through extensive flood control planning</li></ul><h5>COVID-19</h5><ul><li>Oversaw a successful local response to the COVID pandemic, balancing the budget while avoiding layoffs or cuts to services and protecting residents &amp; businesses</li><li>Created an emergency housing assistance program that kept residents who lost their jobs to COVID housed, which became a template throughout the county</li><li>Oversaw a robust business development strategy that helped the local economy bounce back from COVID, and helped develop regional economic recovery efforts</li></ul><h5>HOUSING &amp; INFRASTRUCTURE</h5><ul><li>Prioritized equitable access to services for lower-income residents, including free day care, program discounts, and free pool access and swim lessons</li><li>Delivered $100+ million in infrastructure improvements for residents, including miles&nbsp;of repaving, new bike &amp; pedestrian paths, repaired sewer lines, and a new Town Hall</li><li>Secured $37 million in state funding for local highway overpass retrofit by working&nbsp;closely with Senator McGuire &amp; CalTrans</li><li>Built a durable coalition in support of sensible housing solutions, culminating in a&nbsp;town housing plan that has won statewide awards</li><li>Championed the creation of Corte Madera’s first permanent supportive housing for the formerly homeless, providing residents with housing and supportive services</li></ul><h5>Good Government</h5><ul><li>Placed the Town on a path to fully funding its pension liability &amp; improved the Town’s&nbsp;credit rating to AAA</li><li>Implemented a suite of new fiscal responsibility policies, created an online public transparency portal, and started a Town emergency reserve fund</li><li>Streamlined local building regulations to incentivize energy efficiency while making it&nbsp;easier for residents to get permits and work on their homes</li><li>Built a more responsive local government by repealing or simplifying outdated or&nbsp;confusing local laws</li></ul>

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<h3>California isn't working, and if we keep electing the same type of politicians, we'll keep getting the same results. </h3><img src="https://run.imgix.net/076db3e2-9da2-495e-acdf-5ab38291f84d/b73a58cd-8eb5-419a-a171-a88347b4a535/b73a58cd-8eb5-419a-a171-a88347b4a535.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=1281%2C0%2C5499%2C4640&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="30" variant="base"><h3 style="text-align: left;">As Corte Madera councilmember and Mayor, Eli led the city from near-bankrupt to a model of fiscal responsibility, delivering over $100 million in new infrastructure, doubled the amount of affordable housing, and passed Marin’s first long-term climate plan.</h3>Eli is running for State Assembly because California isn’t making progress on the issues that impact our lives.Eli's Priorities: Cheap, clean power that’s affordable and protects our environment. We pay too much for dirty energy that is speeding up climate change and causing wildfires.Housing you and your family can afford to rent or buy. Only the wealthy can afford to buy a home, and renters are paying a fortune in rent that goes up faster than our paychecks. Universal, affordable healthcare that doesn’t drain your bank account. There's nothing more important than making sure your family gets the care they need, but for too many, the cost of health insurance is too expensive. Healthcare should be a human right, not a rare resource reserved for the wealthy.As Corte Madera’s first LGBT Mayor, Eli will be a steadfast fighter for equality and justice in the Assembly.Together, we can build a California that’s healthy, affordable, and fair—for everyone.

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Most of the LGBTQ nonincumbent candidates for California legislative seats have pulled in impressive donation totals for their 2026 campaigns. They will need the resources if they are to mount successful bids in crowded contests for open Assembly or Senate seats next year. The calendar is closing in on the nine month mark until voters will cast ballots in the June 2 primary. Under the state’s open primary system, only the top two vote-getters regardless of party affiliation in the legislative races will advance to the fall ballot.

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Every Californian has a right to clean air, clean water, and the ability to enjoy our state’s stunning natural beauty, free from pollution or harmful chemicals. And major polluters must be held responsible for their actions—they profited off this crisis, and now they need to help clean up their mess.

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From flooding to wildfire, the effects of climate change are an existential threat to our homes and businesses. Every solution must be on the table to address this crisis, with a focus on driving down the cost of decarbonization so that families, businesses, and government can afford to take the steps necessary to address this threat.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2025<a href="http://www.elibeckman.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.elibeckman.com</a><a href="mailto:info@elibeckman.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@elibeckman.com</a>(415) 737-5020Corte Madera, CA – Two-term Corte Madera mayor and candidate for California State Assembly District 12, Eli Beckman, today released the following statement:&nbsp;“Like so many in our community, I was appalled to learn that a Redwood High School teacher told their class that the school district has ‘too many Jews,’ in an incident that was reported last October, and just substantiated by a state investigation. The teacher went on to suggest that schools should not be closed on the holiest day in Judaism—a recognition that generations of Jewish students and parents have fought so hard to achieve.&nbsp;“This disturbing incident brings forth so many feelings, and I wish I could say surprise was one of them. I experienced antisemitic remarks from my peers when I was a student at Redwood High School, but in that era, I would never have imagined hearing such things from my teachers—the people I trusted to be my first line of protection from hate when I was at school. Sadly, in today’s political climate, there’s a sense that antisemitism has become increasingly visible, perhaps even tolerated.&nbsp;“Conduct like this is totally unacceptable—especially in our schools, and especially from those charged with teaching our children how to become compassionate, thoughtful adults. Incidents like this don’t just hurt the community they’re directly targeted at; they also serve to create a culture of generalized bigotry that invites people to target any marginalized group with casual attacks.”&nbsp;“Students of all backgrounds must feel safe and welcome in our schools, and in our society at large. It’s clear from what happened here that we need to do better.”&nbsp;###<a href="/api/pdf?filepath=076db3e2-9da2-495e-acdf-5ab38291f84d%2FRHS_Antisemitism_Press_Release-9644.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Download Press Release File</a>

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 20, 2025<a href="http://www.elibeckman.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.elibeckman.com</a><a href="mailto:info@elibeckman.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@elibeckman.com</a>(415) 737-5020Beckman’s experience and fresh ideas have positioned Corte Madera as a leader on disaster resilience, responsible housing policy, and good governance.&nbsp;CORTE MADERA, CA — Two-term Corte Madera Mayor Eli Beckman today announced his candidacy for the California State Assembly District 12. With seven years of local government experience, Beckman will bring his proven track record of innovative problem-solving and collaborative leadership to the state legislature to help Marin and Sonoma residents.&nbsp;As mayor, Beckman helped place Corte Madera on strong financial footing, giving local government the opportunity to switch from crisis management to proactive planning that continues to benefit residents today. He pushed to develop Marin's first long-range Climate Adaptation Plan, led wildfire safety initiatives, created an emergency housing assistance program that became a template throughout the county, and guided Corte Madera through the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining fiscal responsibility. His leadership has earned him endorsements from a diverse coalition of elected officials and respected community leaders throughout Marin and Sonoma counties.&nbsp;"California is at a critical turning point," Beckman stated. "We're facing unprecedented challenges—from climate change and housing affordability to infrastructure needs and budget constraints. Now, we can add to that list a full-on attack by the Trump/Musk administration in Washington. My experience in local government has given me the experience needed to make tough decisions, doing more with less when the budget is tight, finding creative solutions, and always keeping our community's best interests at heart."A native of the North Bay, Beckman brings a unique perspective to state politics. As a small business owner, and founder and CEO of HAUS+, a sustainable prefab ADU company, he understands the economic challenges facing small businesses and entrepreneurs. His extensive regional leadership roles, including serving as North Bay Division president of CalCities and board member of MCE Clean Energy and Transportation Authority of Marin, have prepared him to advocate effectively for North Bay communities in Sacramento.&nbsp;Beckman is endorsed by a growing coalition of more than fifty community leaders and current and former elected officials, including former State Senator Mark Leno, San Rafael Mayor Kate Colin, and Santa Rosa Vice Mayor Eddie Alvarez.&nbsp;“Eli is the leader we need in Sacramento. He’s bright, thoughtful, experienced, and always looking for new ways to make government better serve our communities.” - Kate Colin, San Rafael Mayor&nbsp;“I’m supporting Eli Beckman for State Assembly because of his long track record standing up for the people and families trying to make ends meet. He asks the right questions and isn’t afraid to change what doesn’t work.”&nbsp;- Eddie Alvarez, Santa Rosa Vice Mayor&nbsp;“As a former state senator who represented the North Bay in Sacramento, I’m proud to support Eli Beckman for State Assembly. He deeply understands our communities and our needs, and will always fight for us.”&nbsp;- Mark Leno, Former State Senator&nbsp;ABOUT ELI&nbsp;Eli is a lifelong resident of the 12th Assembly District. He is a product of the district’s public schools, and attended Cal Poly’s school of architecture. He is a small business owner, and founder and CEO of HAUS+, a sustainable prefab ADU company. In 2018, Eli was elected to the Corte Madera Town Council, becoming the youngest elected official in Marin while earning the most votes in Corte Madera history, and in 2020, he became Corte Madera’s youngest, first Jewish, and first openly LGBT mayor. When he’s not working, Eli’s favorite activities are the ones that celebrate our home’s natural beauty and history: exploring the tidepools of the Pacific coast, hiking the Mt. Tamalpais watershed, or visiting the historic adobes of Sonoma.California's 12th Assembly District includes all of Marin County, including the cities of San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Fairfax, Sausalito, Ross, and Belvedere, and the Sonoma County cities of Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Rohnert Park and Cotati.&nbsp;For more information, visit <a href="http://www.elibeckman.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.elibeckman.com</a>.&nbsp;###<a href="/api/pdf?filepath=076db3e2-9da2-495e-acdf-5ab38291f84d%2FAnnouncement_Press_Release-06f7.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Download Press Release File</a>

Beckman’s experience and fresh ideas have positioned Corte Madera as a leader on disaster resilience, responsible housing policy, and good governance.

Corte Madera Councilmember and Democrat Eli Beckman Announces Campaign for California Assembly District 12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE&nbsp;August 20, 2025<a href="http://www.elibeckman.com">www.elibeckman.com</a>&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@elibeckman.com">info@elibeckman.com</a>&nbsp;(415) 737-5020Corte Madera, CA – Two-term Corte Madera mayor and candidate for California State Assembly District 12, Eli Beckman, today released the following statement: “Donald Trump and MAGA politicians in Texas are trying to lock themselves into power by manipulating congressional maps against the will of voters. If they succeed, California voters could permanently lose our ability to stop Congress from passing backwards laws that directly harm us, our communities, and our state as a whole—and we cannot let that happen. “That is why I strongly support the package of bills moving through the State Legislature to counter this brazen scheme: ACA 8 by Speaker Rivas and Pro Tem McGuire, AB 604 by Asm. Aguiar-Curry and Sen. Gonzalez, and SB 280 by Sen. Cervantes and Asm. Pellerin. Together, these bills provide a clear plan to ensure that Californians retain fair representation in Congress, while providing an off-ramp to de-escalate this national crisis. “Let’s be clear: partisan districts that silence debate are always bad for our country, and we must never lose sight of that truth—but allowing one party to shut the other out of Congress entirely is even worse. It is critical to the future of our democracy that both parties give up gerrymandering together, and it’s clear to me that our best chance of making that happen is by ensuring that gerrymandering benefits neither party, rather than only one party. California’s proposal would do exactly that. “Rather than allowing California’s voice to be diminished, we are fighting back: by trusting voters, protecting fair maps, and keeping elections free from manipulation. These measures are about protecting the principle that voters should choose their leaders, not the other way around. “I am proud to stand with the leaders of our state working to ensure fair representation in Congress, and to block this dangerous power grab by an extremist political movement. California is saying loud and clear: we will protect our democracy, and we will protect the voice of every voter.” ABOUT ELI Eli is a lifelong resident of the 12th Assembly District. He is a product of the district’s public schools, and attended Cal Poly’s school of architecture. He is a small business owner, and founder and CEO of HAUS+, a sustainable prefab ADU company. In 2018, Eli was elected to the Corte Madera Town Council, becoming the youngest elected official in Marin while earning the most votes in Corte Madera history, and in 2020, he became Corte Madera’s youngest, first Jewish, and first openly LGBT mayor. Eli has represented Marin and Sonoma communities in Sacramento through CalCities for 7 years, and has served on the board of multiple regional agencies, including MCE Clean Energy and Transportation Authority of Marin. When he’s not working, Eli’s favorite activities are the ones that celebrate our home’s natural beauty and history: exploring the tidepools of the Pacific coast, hiking the Mt. Tamalpais watershed, or visiting the historic adobes of Sonoma. California's 12th Assembly District includes all of Marin County, including the cities of San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Fairfax, Sausalito, Ross, and Belvedere, and the Sonoma County cities of Santa Rosa (partial), Petaluma, Rohnert Park and Cotati, as well as numerous unincorporated communities. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.elibeckman.com">www.elibeckman.com</a>.&nbsp; ###

“Donald Trump and MAGA politicians in Texas are trying to lock themselves into power by manipulating congressional maps against the will of voters. If they succeed, California voters could permanently lose our ability to stop Congress from passing backwards laws that directly harm us, our communities, and our state as a whole—and we cannot let that happen.

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With seven years of local government experience, Beckman will bring his proven track record of innovative problem-solving and collaborative leadership to the state legislature to help Marin and Sonoma residents. 
