ELECT
NICK SCHULTZ
FOR STATE ASSEMBLY
44TH DISTRICT
Meet Nick.
Burbank Vice Mayor.
Deputy Attorney General.*
Proven, Bold, Leadership for AD 44.
Nick Schultz was elected to the Burbank City Council in 2020, after receiving the second highest number of votes in the city's history for a city council race.
Burbank Vice Mayor Nick Schultz is running to succeed Laura Friedman in the 44th Assembly District in 2024. The 44th Assembly District includes the cities of Burbank and Glendale, alongside the Los Angeles neighborhoods of Sunland Tujunga, North Hollywood, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, and Valley Village.
Find out about Nick's track record as a City Councilmember and Vice Mayor and as a lifelong public servant.
*Official title is used for identification purposes only and does not imply official endorsement. All views expressed are those of the candidate alone, not of the Department of Justice or the Attorney General.
NICK'S POLICY PRIORITIES
PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT
Nick believes that every Californian has a fundamental right to clean air, clean water, and to be free from toxic substances. As an Assemblymember, Nick will take aggressive action to address the climate crisis and will pursue environmental policies that are effective and equitable for all Californians.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM
As a Deputy Attorney General, Nick has been on the frontlines combatting abuses and misuses of authority by public officials. In the Legislature, Nick will pursue legislation that prevents crime, addresses systemic injustices, and promotes rehabilitation and equity in our criminal justice system.
HOUSING AFFORDABILITY
Nick is ready to take strong and decisive action to reduce the costs of housing. As a Councilmember, Nick has taken bold steps to address his city's housing shortage. He is committed to protecting renters and increasing housing opportunities for all.
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
In one of the world's largest economies, Nick believes far too many Californians are left behind. Nick will work to raise wages, address deep poverty, encourage investment in emerging technology, support organized labor, and explore new incentives for entrepreneurship.
CARING FOR CALIFORNIANS
Nick will fight for universal healthcare & a world class education systems for all Californians. In the Legislature, Nick will support policies that expand access to quality education and ensure universal coverage for all who call our state home.
Endorsements
Nick is endorsed by elected leaders, community members, and organizations we trust.
Laura Friedman
Assemblymember
44th District
Nikki Perez
Burbank City Councilmember
Desiree Rabinov
Glendale Community College Trustee
Organizations & Labor
Organizations
Abundant Housing Los Angeles
Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California Chapter
Avance Democratic Club
Burbank Democratic Club
California Legislative Progressive Caucus
California Democratic Party Renters Caucus
California Yimby
Yimby Action
Consumer Attorneys of California
Glendale Democratic Club
Housing Action Coalition
Media City Indivisible
Labor
Burbank City Employees Union (AFSCME Local 3143)
AFSCME California
AFSCME Local 18
AFSCME Local 3061
AFSCME Local 3620
Cement Masons Local 600
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees
International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 13
Ironworkers Local 416
Ironworkers Local 433
Los Angeles County Federation of Labor (AFL-CIO)
National Union of Healthcare Workers
Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36
SEIU California
Southwest Regional Council for Carpenters
Teamsters Joint Council 42
United Association Local 250
United Association Plumbers & Fitters Local 761
United Association Local 78 Plumbers
United Food and Commercial Workers Western States Council
United Steel Workers Local 675
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 40
International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 13
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 12
Elected Officials
Laura Friedman
State Assemblymember
Matt Haney
State Assemblymember
Scott Weiner
State Senator
Bob Wieckowski
State Senator (ret.)
Mike Gatto
State Assemblymember (ret.)
Jeremy Wolf
Agoura Hills City Councilmember
Konstantine Anthony
Burbank Mayor
Nikki Perez
Burbank City Councilmember
Jess Talamantes
Burbank Mayor (ret.)
Bud Ovrom
Burbank City Manager (ret.)
Timothy Murphy
Burbank City Councilmember (ret.)
Dr. Emily Weisberg
Burbank Unified School District Board Vice President
Dr. Armond Aghakanian
Burbank Unified School District Boardmember
Charlene Tabet
Burbank Unified School District Boardmember
Alex Fisch
Culver City Mayor (ret.)
Freddy Puza
Culver City Councilmember
Mary Nichols
California Air Resources Board Chair (ret.)
Paula Devine
Glendale City Councilmember
Desire Portillo Rabinov
Glendale Community College Trustee
Sara Hernandez
Los Angeles City Community College District Trustee
Paul Seo
Palos Verdes City Councilmember
Jesse Zwick
Santa Monica City Councilmember
Mary Solorio
San Fernando City Councilmember