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Beverly is originally from Long Beach, CA. She earned her bachelor's degree in biological sciences from Wayne State University, and lives in Peoria with her husband, Peter, and their 2 daughters.

Beverly currently works as a science program coordinator at Grand Canyon University. She previously worked as a cytogenetics and DNA technologist at St. Joseph's Hospital's Molecular Medicine Laboratory, Genzyme Genetics, and Henry Ford Health Systems.

Beverly Pingerelli currently serves as the State Representative for District 28. She was first elected in 2020 and is serving her second term. Beverly is the chair of the House Education Committee. She has also been a Governing Board Member of the Peoria Unified School District since 2015.

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Believes fiscal restraint, responsible tax policy, and regulatory reform are essential for combating inflation and fostering economic growth. Supports expanding adult career training, attracting growth industries, and encouraging innovation to promote individual prosperity.

Believes fiscal restraint and regulatory reform are necessary to reduce inflation and promote economic growth.

Believes reforming Arizona's tax policy and regulations will reduce economic impact and promote individual opportunity.

Supports expanding adult education and training programs for work-displaced Arizonans to benefit from and contribute to the economy.

Supports expanding adult career training and education programs for unemployed individuals.

Supports lowering taxes, including passing "the largest tax cut in Arizona history."

- Believes fiscal restraint and regulatory reform are necessary to reduce inflation and promote economic growth.
- Supports expanding adult career training and education programs for unemployed individuals.
- Supports reducing taxes.

Economy

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Supported House Bill 2316 (HB2316), which allows individuals to carry concealed weapons on college campuses.

Believes an unsecured border is a national security risk and opposes sanctuary cities to protect Arizona residents. Supports state measures to mitigate the impact of criminal activity and drug-related deaths.

Believes an unsecured border is a national security risk and contributes to the increase in fentanyl overdoses.

Opposes "sanctuary cities and sanctuary policies" that protect criminals from law enforcement.

Opposes "sanctuary cities and sanctuary policies that shield criminals from appropriate law enforcement efforts."

Supports providing more resources to first responders and public health providers to address addiction and drug abuse.

- Supported House Bill 2316 (HB2316), which allows individuals to carry concealed weapons on college campuses.
- Believes an unsecured border is a national security risk and contributes to the increase in fentanyl overdoses.
- Opposes "sanctuary cities and sanctuary policies that shield criminals from appropriate law enforcement efforts."
- Supports providing more resources to first responders and public health providers to address addiction and drug abuse.

Public Safety

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Supported Senate Bill 1164 (SB1164), which bans abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.

Supported Senate Bill 1457 (SB1457), which bans abortions based on genetic abnormality, bans mail delivery of abortion medication, and bans state spending towards organizations that provide abortion care.

Supported Senate Bill 1138 (SB1138), which banned gender reassignment surgery for minors.

Believes healthcare decisions should be made by patients and doctors, not bureaucracies. Supports a free-market system to control costs, provide innovative care, and adapt to public health emergencies.

Believes a free-market system is the best way to control healthcare costs, improve care, and prepare for public health emergencies.

Believes in safeguarding Arizona's health and well-being through expertise in Molecular Medicine and Infectious Diseases. Supports developing and evaluating public health strategies, particularly for communicable disease risks at the border.

Believes in the importance of molecular medicine and infectious diseases research in developing public health strategies.

Believes in "Pro Life and Parental Rights." Opposes abortion and supports parental rights in healthcare decisions.

Opposes abortion and supports parental rights in healthcare decisions.

Believes in "traditional family values" and supports policies that respect "the sanctity of life - from the unborn to the terminally ill."

Said she, "[Respects] the sanctity of life."

- Supported Senate Bill 1164 (SB1164), which bans abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
- Supported Senate Bill 1457 (SB1457), which bans abortions based on genetic abnormality, bans mail delivery of abortion medication, and bans state spending towards organizations that provide abortion care.
- Supported Senate Bill 1138 (SB1138), which banned gender reassignment surgery for minors.
- Believes a free-market system is the best way to control healthcare costs, improve care, and prepare for public health emergencies.
- Believes in the importance of molecular medicine and infectious diseases research in developing public health strategies.
- Opposes abortion and supports parental rights in healthcare decisions.
- Said she, "[Respects] the sanctity of life."

Healthcare

Believes education should be reformed and funded effectively, avoiding wasteful programs. Opposes the "current tax and spend approach" and advocates for focusing on the primary mission of education for the benefit of children.

Believes the public education system is over-regulated and opposes the "current tax and spend approach."

Believes in accountability in spending, curriculum transparency, and improving academics. As a School Board President, worked to oust a substandard superintendent and fought to reopen schools and against unnecessary mandates.

Believes there is a need for greater financial accountability and curriculum transparency in the public education system.

Believes in expanding vocational career and technical education opportunities for students and adults. Supports enhancing K-12 school policies to better prepare children for college and careers.

Supports expanding vocational career and technical education opportunities for students and adults.

Believes in addressing issues impacting students, families, and community stakeholders. Supports educating all students on financial literacy.

Supports providing financial literacy education to all students.

Believes in parental oversight of children's library materials. As a House Representative, sponsored HB 2439 allowing parents to review what their kids borrow from the library.

Sponsored House Bill 2439 (HB2439), which allows parents to review the material their kids borrow from the library.

Believes in closing the "revolving door" for school board members transitioning to administrative roles. Supports policies that enhance accountability in K-12 education.

Believes in closing the "revolving door" for school board members transitioning to administrative roles.

- Believes the public education system is over-regulated and opposes the "current tax and spend approach."
- Believes there is a need for greater financial accountability and curriculum transparency in the public education system.
- Supports expanding vocational career and technical education opportunities for students and adults.
- Supports providing financial literacy education to all students.
- Sponsored House Bill 2439 (HB2439), which allows parents to review the material their kids borrow from the library.
- Believes in closing the "revolving door" for school board members transitioning to administrative roles.

Education

Believes in responsibly protecting and preserving wild spaces and water reserves as metropolitan areas grow for current and future well-being.

Believes in the need to preserve natural resources.

- Believes in the need to preserve natural resources.

Energy & the Environment

Believes a well-regulated election boosts public confidence and voter participation. Supports election reforms to enhance transparency, security, and voter convenience, ensuring every legal vote is counted.

Supports election reforms to enhance transparency, security, and voter convenience.

Supports term limits for members of Congress.

- Supports election reforms to enhance transparency, security, and voter convenience.
- Supports term limits for members of Congress.

Voting & Elections

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Endorsed by the Arizona Police Association.

- Endorsed by the Arizona Police Association.

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Beverly Pingerelli

Supports fostering new technologies and infrastructure to drive economic growth and create opportunities.

The candidate's website says, "Supporting Small and Independent Businesses"

Believes returning to a "back-to-basics approach" can improve K-12 education and make Arizona a leader in education.

Believes education is crucial for opportunity and prosperity for K-12 students and unemployed or under-employed adults. As Chairwoman for the Education Committee in the Arizona House of Representatives, supports policies enhancing educational opportunities.

Believes academics should be the top priority in schools and supports career technical education to create a skilled workforce.

Believes understanding uncertainty and fears in K-12 education during the COVID-19 pandemic is crucial. Supports policies addressing children's needs and college readiness amidst these challenges.

- Believes the public education system is over-regulated and opposes the "current tax and spend approach."
- Believes there is a need for greater financial accountability and curriculum transparency in the public education system.
- Supports expanding vocational career and technical education opportunities for students and adults.
- Sponsored House Bill 2439 (HB2439), which allows parents to review the material their kids borrow from the library.
- Believes in closing the "revolving door" for school board members transitioning to administrative roles.

Believes in "fighting for Election Integrity & Voting Reform." Supports measures to ensure fair and transparent elections.

Beverly Pingerelli has been married to her husband Peter for 34 years and they have lived in Arizona for the past 18 years. She attended Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, where she received a B.S. in Biological Sciences. They have two daughters, Kayla and Angela, who both graduated from the Peoria Unified School District and have since completed college. Beverly grew up in a low-income family neighborhood just outside Detroit and was the first person in her immediate family to graduate from college.

Beverly Pingerelli works full-time at Grand Canyon University as a Science Program Coordinator. Previously, she served as a cytogenetics technologist at St. Joseph's Hospital's Molecular Medicine Laboratory. She holds an American Society for Clinical Pathology Cytogenetics Certification, CG(ASCP)CM for Laboratory Personnel.

Beverly Pingerelli is currently serving her second term in the Arizona House of Representatives and has been a Republican precinct and state committeeman since 2014. She previously served on the Peoria Unified School District Governing Board from 2005 to 2012 and was the PUSD Governing Board President from 2008 to 2009.

Believes law enforcement officers deserve respect and the necessary resources to protect themselves and the community.

Believes in improving border security to combat drug trafficking and reduce the risk of infectious diseases.

Supports law enforcement efforts and aims to build community trust.

Supports policies and programs that ensure a safe and secure environment for prosperity.

Believes in supporting "our 1st responders and our veterans."

The candidate's website says, "Supporting Law Enforcement and Border Security"

Supports public safety and is a "steadfast supporter of our officers."

Believes in addressing addiction and public health concerns by ensuring first responders and health service providers have necessary resources.

Believes in protecting the sanctity of life and opposes abortion.

Supports programs that improve veteran healthcare services, reduce suicide and homelessness, and provide career and vocational education opportunities for veterans.

- Your state representatives represent the interests of your local district in the Arizona State House of Representatives. The State House of Representatives, along with the State Senate, makes up the state lawmaking body: the Arizona Legislature.
- Your state representatives can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws.
- Arizona has 30 districts, and each district is represented by two State Representatives, making a total of 60 State Representatives.
- State Representatives are elected to two-year terms. They are paid a yearly salary of $24,000. They only serve in the role part-time.