Anna Abeytia is a Democratic member of the Arizona House of Representatives, representing District 24. Born and raised in Maryvale, Arizona, she spent her teenage years between Glendale and Phoenix, and is a product of the Cartwright School District, attending Spitalny Elementary and Atkinson Middle schools. Her grandparents were civil rights activists who inspired her political engagement. A progressive Democrat, she succeeded Analise Ortiz in the House after winning the general election on November 5, 2024, and assuming office on January 13, 2025; her current term ends January 11, 2027. Notable achievements include serving as the youngest member and former president of the Cartwright Elementary School District Governing Board, and endorsements from groups like Reproductive Freedom For All and the Human Rights Campaign. She has sponsored bills such as HB2213 and HB2214 .

Education and Political Experience

Abeytia graduated from high school in 2014 and works as an educator in the Cartwright and Glendale school districts. Her political journey began post-graduation with involvement in Arizona campaigns, leading to her school board service where she advocated for fully funded education and community improvements. In 2022, she ran unsuccessfully for House District 24 alongside Analise Ortiz but served on the school board with Rep. Lydia Hernandez. She lost her school board reelection in November 2024 but now serves in the House, focusing on progressive causes like education and community advocacy.