Years in Office
4
Bills Sponsored
62
Bills Co-Sponsored
661
Committees
3
Jay Obernolte Biography
Jay Obernolte, a former video game developer and technology entrepreneur, represents California’s 23rd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives, first elected in 2020. He focuses on advancing science and technology policy, strengthening wildfire prevention, and improving water infrastructure in his region. Obernolte has authored bipartisan legislation supporting wildfire mitigation research and serves on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. He approaches public service with a data-driven mindset, working to deliver practical solutions tailored to the needs of his high desert and mountain communities.
Education
- M.S. in Artificial Intelligence, University of California, Los Angeles, CA(1997)
- B.S. in Engineering and Applied Science, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA(1992)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2021-Present)Representing California's 23rd district
Member, California Assembly
(2014–20)Mayor, City of Big Bear Lake
(2010–14)Member, Big Bear Airport Board of Directors
(2005–10)Entrepreneur
Pilot
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Jay Obernolte's congressional service.
Broadband Infrastructure
Secured funding to expand high-speed internet access in rural and underserved areas of California's 8th District.
Wildfire Mitigation
Supported legislation to increase federal resources for wildfire prevention and forest management in California.
Veterans Affairs
Advocated for improved healthcare and benefits services for veterans residing in the High Desert region.
Water Infrastructure
Helped obtain federal support for critical water infrastructure projects addressing drought and supply issues in his district.
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