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Fresno City Councilmember Annalisa Perea Secures Support from Speaker of the Assembly, Robert Rivas for Assembly District 31 Race.

Fresno City Councilmember Annalisa Perea Secures Support from Speaker of the Assembly, Robert Rivas for Assembly District 31 Race.

FRESNO, CA – Speaker of the Assembly, Robert Rivas has thrown his support behind Fresno City Councilmember Annalisa Perea in her race for District 31. 

“I'm proud to endorse Annalisa because she has the expertise to help the Central Valley take on big challenges and thrive. As a Councilmember, she's known for bringing people together to find real, practical fixes,” said Speaker Robert Rivas. “I know she'll bring the same no-nonsense approach to Sacramento, and I look forward to working with her."

The endorsement from Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas underscores growing confidence in Perea’s leadership and ability to deliver results for working families with her track record of advancing policies that invest in her community of the Central Valley. Speaker Rivas’s support adds significant weight to Perea’s campaign in Assembly District 31, highlighting her growing position as the frontrunner in this race. 

“I am truly honored to earn the support of Speaker Rivas,” said Councilmember Perea. “He understands the importance of building coalitions and focusing on practical solutions, and I’m grateful for his confidence in my leadership and commitment to our communities.”

Annalisa Perea currently serves on the Fresno City Council, where she has led efforts to expand affordable housing, invest in public safety, and strengthen workforce development programs. A certified city planner and former community college trustee, Perea carries forward a lifelong belief in education, equity, and opportunity for every family.