It's time to put people over politics and deliver real results for CA-48.
Fighting for a Congress That Works for All.
As an elected representative, I am committed to improving life for working families, fighting for healthcare and opportunities for all, and building a democracy to withstand our fiercest opposition.
Corinna Contreras
Corinna Contreras is a Vista City Council member and former Deputy Mayor, has fought for a more equitable and connected community inside and outside City Hall. As a lifelong Vista resident, Contreras made history in 2018 when she became the city's first Latina and first LGBTQ+ council member. Since then, she has delivered transformative change to the city by directing millions in cannabis tax revenue to fund scholarships; creating a safe parking program for the unhoused; facilitating a new micro transit service to increase mobility; and championing a resolution to protect immigrant rights. She has received numerous honors for her effective leadership, including California Assembly Woman of the Year in 2019, San Diego Democratic Party Legislator of the Year in 2022, and San Diego Bike Coalition's Elected Official of the Year in 2025. Corinna believes that the government should work to improve everyday life. She uses her position to invest in working families, champion social equity, and build a more inclusive Vista for all. She will leverage her expertise to bring change to California's 48th congressional district.
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In Congress, I will:
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Fight for universal access to housing and protections for workers and unions. Break up corporate monopolies and ensure that corporations pay their fair share of taxes.
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Deliver universal healthcare, protect reproductive freedom, and secure equal rights for women and LGBTQ+ individuals.
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Invest in modern, resilient infrastructure, such as public transit systems, modernized bridges, and upgraded power grids.
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End corruption by banning congressional stock trading and permanently blocking members from lobbying.
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Reform immigration by providing a clear path to citizenship, investing in holistic community safety, and never voting for pointless wars.
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Take bold action to address the climate crisis.
In the news
Vista narrowly approves resolution focused on immigration rights
Vista City Councilwoman Corinna Contreras put forth a "Community Safety and Due Process Resolution," which narrowly passed after a lengthy and contentious council meeting. Contreras championed the measure, speaking at a pre-vote rally and directly acknowledging the crowd of supporters by stating the immigration situation had "deeply, deeply impacted" their families. Her proposal ultimately succeeded in a 3-2 vote, aligning the city with other local jurisdictions adopting similar immigrant-focused policies.
Vista council rejects license plate readers, requests more data
Vista remains the single city in San Diego County without automatic license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, with the City Council delaying the sheriff's proposal over significant data privacy and effectiveness concerns. Led by Council members Corinna Contreras and Katie Melendez, the council pointed to reports of the Sheriff's Office illegally sharing data with federal immigration authorities and criticized the lack of data demonstrating the cameras' crime-solving efficacy. The council demanded stronger safeguards and concrete performance metrics, with Contreras and Melendez also voicing strong opposition to a related gunshot sensor and public camera program, framing the decision as a protection of civil rights against unchecked surveillance.
Vista’s Cannabis Tax Helped Revive the City’s Budget, and Then Some
The City of Vista's cannabis tax has generated an unexpected windfall of over $7 million annually, a surplus that Council member Corinna Contreras helped direct toward tangible community benefits. She championed the pivotal decision to cap general fund contributions and use the excess revenue for local projects, arguing that residents should see their tax money at work. This leadership has translated the revenue into a popular youth scholarship program, a safe parking lot for the homeless, and enhanced public safety, fundamentally changing the tax's impact from a budgetary fix into a direct source of community investment.
NCTD+ microtransit launches in Vista
Vista City Councilmember Corinna Contreras helped bring the North County Transit District's (NCTD) on-demand microtransit service, NCTD+, to the city. She celebrated its launch as a new way for residents and visitors to access local destinations. The service offers affordable rides within a seven-mile zone and connects key locations, such as parks, clinics, and grocery stores, to the SPRINTER line. Youth ride for free. As an NCTD board member, Contreras advocated for the program, establishing Vista as the second city in the region to benefit from this flexible, app-based transportation option.
North County’s first shelter for homeless young adults opens in Vista
In a significant expansion of its homeless services, Vista has opened the VisTAY House, the first dedicated shelter in North County for transitional-age youth (ages 18-24). The city funded the $2.2 million facility, which Urban Street Angels will operate to provide stability and support for up to 30 young adults annually. Councilmember Corinna Contreras emphasized the project's community-oriented mission and welcomed the new residents, stating, "You are now part of our community."