California State Senate District 40

Current seat holder: Brian Jones.

Mara Elliott

Mara Elliott On the official California Secretary of State certified ballot, Mara Elliott's occupation/ballot designation is listed as "Ethics Attorney."

Campaign site

“As City Attorney, I became a national leader in gun violence prevention, consumer protection, and support for victims of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and elder abuse.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“I also created a dedicated conservatorship unit to address the needs of unhoused individuals with complex mental health issues and launched the City Attorney’s first affirmative civil enforcement unit to protect consumers, workers, and the environment.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))

Kristie Bruce-Lane

Kristie Bruce-Lane On the official California Secretary of State certified ballot, Kristie Bruce-Lane's occupation/ballot designation is listed as "Businesswoman/Victims Advocate."

Campaign site

“Homelessness is growing rapidly. I am the only elected official in this race that has experience working to address our homeless crisis that is now a humanitarian crisis.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2022))
“Public safety is a priority. My work on behalf of crimes involving children tells me that our criminal justice system is failing us.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2022))