Tom Lackey is a Republican Assemblymember representing California's 34th District, which spans parts of Kern, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino counties, including areas like Antelope Valley, Victor Valley, the San Bernardino Mountains, and the High Desert. Born on March 12, 1959, he has served in the State Assembly since 2014, first elected to the 36th District before transitioning to the 34th; he is term-limited as of 2026. Notable achievements include being named Legislator of the Year by the California Police Chiefs Association and Easter Seals for efforts combating drugged driving and supporting developmental disability programs; he holds an A+ rating from anti-tax groups and serves as Vice Chair on committees like Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism, Budget, and Public Safety. He resides in Palmdale with his two children.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Earned a bachelor’s degree in special education from Utah State University; served as a missionary for two years after high school.
• Professional Background: Worked as an elementary special education teacher before a 28-year career with the California Highway Patrol.
• Political Experience: Served on the Palmdale Elementary School District Board of Trustees and Palmdale City Council prior to the Assembly; elected in 2014 with 60% of the vote and re-elected in 2024 with 62%; current roles include committees on Budget, Public Safety, Transportation, and Select Committees on the 2028 Olympics and Low Carbon Fuel Standard impacts.