Tulare County elected officials sit at three levels: federal (two U.S. senators and one of two U.S. House members, depending on where you live), state (one of three state senators and one of two assemblymembers), and county (a five-member Board of Supervisors plus several independently elected countywide officers). Because congressional and legislative district lines cut across the county, two neighbors can have different representatives in Washington and Sacramento while sharing the same county supervisor.
Federal Representatives
Every Tulare County resident is represented by California’s two U.S. Senators, Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff, both Democrats.1United States Senate. States in the Senate – California Senate staff can help with problems involving federal agencies such as the VA, Social Security Administration, or IRS, in addition to the Senate’s legislative and confirmation work.
In the U.S. House, the county is split between two districts. Most of it falls within the 20th Congressional District, represented by Republican Vince Fong.2Congressman Vince Fong. Congressman Vince Fong Home3Congressman Jim Costa. Congressman Jim Costa – About Jim4Congressman Jim Costa. Committees and Caucuses House members serve two-year terms.5house.gov. The House Explained
State Legislators
Three State Senate districts and two State Assembly districts overlap with Tulare County. State senators serve four-year terms and assemblymembers two-year terms; together they pass state laws and approve the annual budget.6California State Assembly Office of the Chief Clerk. Elected Officials
The state senators representing portions of the county are:
- Anna Caballero, Democrat, District 14 (also parts of Fresno, Madera, and Merced counties).
- Shannon Grove, Republican, District 12 (also parts of Fresno and Kern counties).
- Melissa Hurtado, Democrat, District 16 (also parts of Fresno, Kern, and Kings counties).
In the State Assembly, District 33 is held by Republican Alexandra M. Macedo, whose district also includes parts of Fresno and Kings counties.7California State Assembly. Assembly Member Macedo Assembly District 32, which covers parts of Kern and Tulare counties, was vacant as of early 2025; residents there should check the Assembly’s website for updates on a special election or appointment.
Because district lines don’t follow county borders, the fastest way to confirm your specific state senator and assemblymember is the California Legislature’s tool at findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov.
Tulare County Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is the county’s governing body. Five supervisors, each elected from a geographic district to a four-year term, set policy for county departments, adopt the annual budget, and pass local ordinances affecting land use, public health, elections, and law enforcement in unincorporated areas.8Tulare County. County Supervisors
- District 1: Larry Micari
- District 2: Pete Vander Poel
- District 3: Amy Shuklian
- District 4: Eddie Valero
- District 5: Dennis Townsend
Board meetings are held weekly on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m., and the public may attend and offer comment on pending actions.9Tulare County. Board of Supervisors Meetings The county website includes an interactive map showing the five supervisorial district boundaries so you can confirm which supervisor represents your address.8Tulare County. County Supervisors
Other Countywide Elected Officials
Several independently elected officers run core county functions outside the Board of Supervisors.
Sheriff-Coroner
Mike Boudreaux has served as the elected Sheriff-Coroner since 2014, after being appointed to the role in 2013.10Tulare County Sheriff’s Office. Tulare County Sheriff’s Office The Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated parts of the county, operates the county jail, and provides security for the courts.
District Attorney
Tim Ward has led the District Attorney’s office since 2012, prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of the people of California.11Tulare County District Attorney. Meet Tim Ward The office also runs a Victim/Witness Assistance Division for victims of violent crimes and their families.12Tulare County District Attorney. Bureau of Prosecutions
Auditor-Controller/Treasurer-Tax Collector
Cass Cook holds this combined office, which manages county funds, handles financial reporting and audits, and collects property taxes.
Assessor/Clerk-Recorder
Tara Freitas was appointed by the Board of Supervisors in April 2021 and elected by voters in June 2022 as the county’s 26th Assessor/Clerk-Recorder.13Tulare County. About the Assessor/Clerk-Recorder The office determines property values for tax purposes and serves as custodian for vital records and official documents such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, and recorded deeds.
Confirming Your Districts and Registering to Vote
To confirm your exact representatives, use findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov for state offices and the Tulare County supervisorial district map for your local supervisor. Voter registration is available online through California’s statewide portal at registertovote.ca.gov or through the Tulare County Elections office.14Tulare County. Elections
California’s next statewide primary election is scheduled for June 2, 2026, with a voter registration deadline of May 18, 2026, followed by the general election on November 3, 2026.15California Secretary of State. Primary Election – June 2, 2026 If you miss the registration deadline, California allows conditional registration at your county elections office right up through Election Day.