Pictured is Congresswoman Doris Matsui. Courtesy photo

SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) - Recently, the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber Political Action Committee (Metro PAC) announced its official endorsement of Doris Matsui for California’s 7th Congressional District Seat.

“Congresswoman Doris Matsui has a proven record of fighting for Sacramento – strengthening our levees, improving our roads and building the connections our region needs to protect communities and drive economic growth,” said Sacramento Metro Chamber President & CEO and Metro Political Action Committee Board Director Robert Heidt.

“The Metro Political Action Committee leads with a collective voice endorsing candidates who align with the policy principles of the Metro Chamber. This endorsement reflects our commitment to support candidates at the highest level of government who have the experience and influence to lead our region on economic issues.”

Matsui has represented the City of Sacramento and its surrounding areas since 2005. During her time in Congress, she has been a steadfast and passionate advocate for the Capital City. Matsui secured over $4 billion in investment to protect communities through local flood protection, including $1 billion for the Folsom Dam project, which became a model for the nation on cooperation and efficiency.

As Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, Congresswoman Matsui is a national leader on technology and innovation policy. She authored the CHIPS for America Act, legislation that invested $52 billion to reassert American leadership in the strategically important semiconductor industry.

In addition, the Metro Political Action Committee announced its early endorsement of Eric Guerra for Sacramento County Supervisor, District 1. Guerra, who currently sits on the Sacramento City Council, announced his run for the seat, which has been held by Phil Serna since 2010.

“Leading with a collective voice means acting early and with purpose. As such, the Metro PAC is honored to announce our early endorsement of Eric Guerra for Sacramento County Supervisor,” said Heidt. “Sacramento County District 1 represents the central city—the economic engine that drives business activity, job creation, and growth across the entire region. Guerra understands that what happens in the core impacts every community beyond it. Eric Guerra will drive economic growth and strengthen public safety through smart, accountable policies that support business investment, along with safe and connected neighborhoods.”

The upcoming elections will take place with the primary election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, followed by the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. As these dates approach, the Metro Political Action Committee announces its re-endorsement of the following candidates, with more to be released in the coming months:

Roger Niello, Senate District 6 (California State Senate) Patrick Kennedy, Board of Supervisors, District 2 (Sacramento County); Pat Hume, Board of Supervisors, District 5 (Sacramento County); Porsche Middleton, City Council, District 5 (City of Citrus Heights); Bobbie Singh-Allen (City of Elk Grove), Mayor; Sergio Robles, City Council, District 4 (City of Elk Grove); Mike Kozlowski, City Council, District 1 (City of Folsom); Sarah Aquino, City Council, District 3 (City of Folsom); Lisa Kaplan, City Council, District 1 (City of Sacramento); Rick Jennings, City Council, District 7 (City of Sacramento); Bonnie Gore, Board of Supervisors, District 1 (Placer County); Shanti Landon, Board of Supervisors, District 2 (Placer County); Lucas Frerichs, Board of Supervisors, District 2 (Yolo County); Verna Sulpizio Hull, City Council, District 4 (City of West Sacramento).

“After a thorough analysis and careful evaluation, the Metro Political Action Committee has decided to re-endorse multiple candidates in state, city and county positions given their position on key issues facing the business community,” added Heidt. “We’ve worked closely with all of these individuals and feel they are the leaders we need in place to drive success and elevate the voice of business in the region.”

Formed in 1985, the Metro Political Action Committee endorses candidates ‘for business.’ It elevates the Policy Principles of the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce – the voice for business in the six-county region, whose members drive the economy of the Capital Region forward and provide jobs for more than 100,000 community members. The Metro Political Action Committee endorses leaders who understand the unique challenges facing business and are committed to helping grow inclusive economic prosperity for our capital region.

Every vote counts, and the Metro Political Action Committee applauds informed voting at all levels of government. It encourages all eligible voters to register to vote and take the time to understand the policies and candidates that impact their communities, daily lives and livelihoods now and in the future. May 18, 2026, is the final day to register to vote for California’s Primary Election happening on June 2, 2026.  

For more information about the Metro Political Action Committee, visit www.metropac.org, and a full list of endorsements is available here. More information about the Sacramento Metro Chamber is available at www.metrochamber.org.