Christy Armendariz (Senate District 18)

Biography

Christy Armendariz, born on December 10, 1966, in Omaha, Nebraska, is a Republican politician serving as the state senator for Nebraska's 18th Legislative District. She assumed office on January 4, 2023, succeeding Brett Lindstrom. Armendariz has a background in strategic sourcing and professional sales, with experience at Nebraska Methodist Health System, CenturyLink Business, inVentiv Health, and Pinpoint Network Solutions.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management & Human Resource Management
  
  University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2009

• Master of Business Administration
  
  Nebraska Methodist College, 2021

Political Experience

• Nebraska State Senator, District 18
  
  Elected in November 2022; term began January 4, 2023

• Chair, Committee on Committees
  
  Oversees legislative committee assignments

• Legislative Initiatives
  
  Sponsored legislation to combat child exploitation and human trafficking online, in collaboration with the Attorney General's Office and the Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force.

• Endorsements
  
  Endorsed Lisa Schonhoff for the Nebraska State Board of Education, highlighting her commitment to education.

Armendariz's legislative focus includes tax reform, economic development, and education, aiming to make Nebraska more tax-friendly and to support families and retirees.