Vacant First Congressional District seat and special election timing
Sutter County
Summary
Supervisors mourned former Congressman Doug LaMalfa, directing flowers and a sympathy card to his family and a memorial paver at the Sutter County Museum. Multiple supervisors shared personal memories of his accessibility and support.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Feb 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Minor costs for flowers, card, and a memorial paver.
The LaMalfa family and a community honoring a longtime public servant.
County taxpayers could bear a significant election cost if a standalone special election is called without state reimbursement.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Supervisors - Special Meeting — February 2, 2026
The district has had no representative in Congress since Doug LaMalfa's passing, and the Board wants the Governor to call a special election sooner than the current schedule. A standalone special election could cost the county around $300,000 versus roughly $30,000 if consolidated with the June primary.
Board of Supervisors - Special Meeting — January 27, 2026
With Congressman Doug LaMalfa's passing, the Governor set the special election at the maximum 200 days out. The Board wants a letter sent asking for an election within 120 days so the district isn't left without representation.
Board of Supervisors - Regular Session — January 13, 2026
Supervisors mourned former Congressman Doug LaMalfa, directing flowers and a sympathy card to his family and a memorial paver at the Sutter County Museum. Multiple supervisors shared personal memories of his accessibility and support.
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