ArMPAC’s 2024 General Election Voter Guide
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Arizona’s 2024 General Election is just around the corner on Tuesday, November 5! With the big day approaching fast, the Arizona Medical Political Action Committee (ArMPAC) is making it easier than ever to stay informed on which candidates are committed to supporting the House of Medicine
Each of our spotlighted candidates has committed to protecting the practice of medicine at the Arizona State Capitol and beyond. You will find that our list features a diverse, bipartisan group of voices, including physicians, teachers, healthcare educators, and more. Together, they can fight for the betterment of medicine in Arizona and work across the aisle to protect patients’ access to high-quality care.
Candidates at a Glance
Amish Shah, MD | Congressional District 1
Janeen Connolly | Legislative District 8
Rep Matt Gress | Legislative District 4
Rep Sarah Liguori | Legislative District 5
Rep Seth Blattman | Legislative District 9
RepLorena Austin | Legislative District 9
Rep Julie Willoughby | Legislative District 13
Rep Chris Mathis | Legislative District 18
Rep Alma Hernandez | Legislative District 20
Rep Quantá Crews | Legislative District 26
Rep Beverly Pingerelli | Legislative District 28
Rep Steve Montenegro | Legislative District 29
Senator Christine Marsh | Legislative District 4
Senator Denise Epstein | Legislative District 12
Senator Priya Sundareshan | Legislative District 18
Senator Brian Fernandez | Legislative District 23
Congressional Endorsements
This year, we are fortunate to have a physician and Arizona Medical Association member running to represent the State of Arizona in U.S. Congress.
Amish Shah, MD | Congressional District 1
Dr. Amish Shah, an emergency room physician, served as a representative of Legislative District 5 within the Arizona State Legislature for five years. He has a proven track record of sponsoring legislation that is patient-focused and backed by science. During his time at the legislature, Dr. Shah proudly worked across the aisle and, as a result, he had more bills passed and signed by the Governor than any other Democrat member during his tenure. He is dedicated to collaborating on important issues that impact all Arizonans and is a reliable champion for the healthcare community.
New State Endorsements
This year, ArMPAC is proud to endorse new candidates for the Arizona State Senate and House of Representatives. From freshman candidates to seasoned legislators seeing re-election in a different chamber, these are the individuals stepping up for physicians and their patients:
New House of Representatives Candidates
Janeen Connolly | Legislative District 8
Janeen Connolly is committed to patient-focused healthcare; she knows, from experience, that healthcare gives Arizonans the ability to work and serve their community. One of her main policy focuses is improving workforce training programs including for healthcare professionals here in Arizona.
Incumbent State Endorsements
Many of Arizona’s current state legislators are running for re-election in 2024. Of those seeking re-election, several have proven to be allies of the physician and patient communities.
House of Representatives Incumbents
Representative Matt Gress | Legislative District 4
In 2024, Representative Matt Gress completed his first term in the Arizona State Legislature, where he demonstrated his commitment to working across party lines on policies that improve health care access in Arizona. In addition to his work on the House Health & Human Services Committee, Rep. Gress has experience as a high school English teacher in a low-income area and has served as the state’s budget director. His experiences provide him with a unique perspective on the issues facing Arizonans and make him an ideal candidate for reelection in Legislative District 4.
Representative Sarah Liguori | Legislative District 5
Representative Sarah Liguori was appointed to represent Arizona’s Legislative District 5 during the Arizona State 56th Legislature’s Second Regular Session. She is a strong advocate for equity and equality as well as a dedicated member of the community. Rep. Liguori has been a strong, reasonable voice on the House Health & Human Services Committee, where she has proven a consistent ally to physicians everywhere and an excellent choice for voters in LD5.
Representative Seth Blattman | Legislative District 9
Representative Seth Blattman, who represents Arizona’s Legislative District 9, wants to see Arizona ranked #1 in healthcare spending. Rep. Blattman’s history of honesty and support for physicians make him an ideal candidate for representing the constituents of LD9.
Representative Lorena Austin | Legislative District 9
Representative Lorena Austin has been and will continue to be an excellent advocate for the physicians of Arizona’s Legislative District 9. Representative Austin is passionate about affordable, responsible healthcare and is committed to protecting the House of Medicine in Arizona.
Representative Julie Willoughby | Legislative District 13
Representative Julie Willoughby is an emergency room trauma nurse and dedicated public servant. She cares deeply about the medical community and Arizona’s patients. Rep.Willoughby sees the clear need for change within our healthcare system and works tirelessly to address these problems at the Capitol and beyond. In her first year as part of the legislature, she championed several patient-focused insurance reforms and vows to continue this work in the years to come.
Representative Chris Mathis | Legislative District 18
As a professor of health care law at the University of Arizona, Representative Chris Mathis knows what’s best for physicians and patients in Arizona’s Legislative District 18. Rep. Mathis has a robust knowledge of healthcare policy, making him a valuable asset to physicians and healthcare professionals across the state.
Representative Alma Hernandez | Legislative District 20
Representative Alma Hernandez has a passion for medicine. She holds a bachelor’s degree in care, health & society and a master’s in public health, both of which she earned from the University of Arizona. She is an outspoken ally for the House of Medicine and shows her dedication to medicine and to patients through her daily work and proven ability to work across the aisle.
Representative Quantá Crews | Legislative District 26
Representative Quantá Crews is deeply involved with her community in Arizona’s Legislative District 26. She coordinates the No Limits Special Needs Ministry and is passionate about equitable policy. Since her appointment in 2023, Rep. Crews has been an ally to the medical community on issues of insurance, scope, and workforce development.
Representative Beverly Pingerelli | Legislative District 28
Representative Beverly Pingerelli has a background in biological sciences, working as a cytogenetics technologist at St. Joseph’s Molecular Medicine Lab. Between her background and her dedication to bettering the lives of Arizonans, Rep. Pingerelli has proven herself to be an ally to physicians across the state. During her tenure, Rep. Pingerelli worked tirelessly on key healthcare legislation and never backed down from a challenge, making her an excellent choice for voters in Arizona’s Legislative District 28.
Representative Steve Montenegro | Legislative District 29
Representative Steve Montenegro served as the House Health & Human Services Committee Chair during the Arizona State 56th Legislature’s regular session. As Chair, he was always open and available to physicians for policy discussions on bills as they moved through the process, and he championed several bills with important patient-focused reforms.
State Senate Incumbents
Senator Christine Marsh | Legislative District 4
Senator Christine Marsh believes in a future where the doctor-patient relationship is respected and protected. That’s why her election to the Arizona State Senate is absolutely necessary to create a healthy future for all Arizonans.
Senator Denise “Mitzi” Epstein | Legislative District 12
Senator Mitzi Epstein has always held the same principles in her service to Arizona’s Legislative District 12. She is consistent, and her dedication to physicians is deeply exemplified through her actions at the Arizona State Capitol and beyond. Committed to protecting the practice of medicine in Arizona, Senator Epstein is the best choice for LD12.
Senator Priya Sundareshan | Legislative District 18
Senator Priya Sundareshan is the best choice for voters of Arizona’s Legislative District 18. Senator Sundareshan continues to be an advocate for the physician community and works hard to ensure a healthier future for the next generation of Arizonans.
Senator Brian Fernandez | Legislative District 23
Senator Brian Fernandez is a native Arizonan. Born and raised in the district he serves, Senator Fernandez is deeply in tune with the unique issues rural Arizonans face every day. He is a champion of medical policy and a physician’s best advocate. Senator Fernandez was the recipient of ArMA’s 2024 Walk the Talk Award, and he is an excellent choice for voters in Legislative District 23.
Thank you for joining ArMPAC in supporting those supporting you.
Be sure to visit the Arizona Medical Association’s website for frequent updates on physician advocacy and healthcare policy issues impacting physicians and their patients.
Not sure where or how to vote? Visit Arizona.Vote to research candidates, find polling locations, and request your early ballot by October 25.
Your vote is more than just a checkmark—it’s a stand for the future of medicine in our state. Join us in supporting the voices that stand for you. Consider contributing to ArMPAC to help us keep physician-friendly candidates in the fight.