Eric Jones

Jones obtained a bachelor's degree from Yale University. Jones was a partner at Dragoneer Investment Group. After leaving the firm, Jones and his wife founded the Rachel and Eric Jones Foundation, a group describing itself as "a community-rooted family foundation focused on creating lasting impact across Northern California."[1] Jones co-founded the American Dream Institute, a group describing itself as "a digital engagement engine built by and for the next generation of voices...founded to raise the voices of young Americans from the ground-up — to arm leaders, creators, and organizations with data-driven messaging and tech tools to engage young Americans."[2][3]

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Campaign websiteJones' campaign website stated the following:Affordability AgendaFor too many families, the basics of life feel out of reach. Groceries, housing, utilities, health care — everything keeps getting more expensive while wages stay the same. Eric is running for Congress to tackle the root causes of rising costs and put money back into people’s pockets.This is about rebuilding the American Dream by making everyday life affordable again.$10,000 Middle-Class Tax CreditA major tax cut for working- and middle-class families — real, direct relief that helps cover everyday expenses and gives families room to breathe.Holding PG&E AccountablePG&E’s monopoly power, corporate negligence, and bloated executive pay have driven rates sky-high while putting communities at risk. Eric will crack down on unjustified rate hikes, end monopoly abuses, and invest in safe, modern energy infrastructure that lowers bills.Lower Prescription Drug PricesNo one should have to choose between medication and rent. Eric will take on Big Pharma to cap prices, expand access to free and low-cost generics, and end price gouging.Lower Health Care and Insurance CostsEric supports expanding Medicare to cover dental, vision, hearing aids, and in-home nursing care. He will simplify coverage, reduce premiums and surprise bills, and put patients — not insurance companies — back in control.Universal Childcare and Mental Health AccessChildcare and mental health care are essential — not luxuries. Eric will fight for universal childcare and expanded access to affordable mental health services so families can work, raise kids, and stay healthy.Zero-Down Pathways to HomeownershipEric supports allowing first-time homebuyers to access zero-down, fixed-rate conforming loans. For many families, the down payment — not the mortgage — is the biggest barrier to owning a home.Investing in Affordable HousingEric will support major federal investments to build housing that workers, families, and seniors can afford — reducing bottlenecks, modernizing zoning, and keeping communities livable.The Bottom LineAffordability isn’t a talking point — it’s the difference between a family getting ahead and a family falling behind. Eric Jones’ plan goes after corporate price-gouging, lowers everyday costs, and opens the door to a more secure future for every family in District 4.Strengthening HealthcareAmerica’s families deserve a healthcare system built around their real needs — not corporate profits. I know this personally. Growing up, my family struggled with medical debt and the cost of my father’s care. Later, after years helping build healthcare companies, I saw firsthand how insurers and drug companies profit while families are left to navigate a broken system.That’s why I’m fighting to expand and modernize Medicare — one that lowers costs, improves access, and supports families at every stage of life.Expand Medicare to Cover the Care Families Actually NeedExpand Medicare to include dental, vision, hearing aids, and in-home nursing care, so seniors and people with disabilities can age with dignity at home instead of being forced into costly institutions.Universal Childcare Families can’t work if they can’t afford care. Eric supports universal childcare so parents aren’t priced out of the workforce and children get a strong start.Improve Access to Mental Health CareMental health care is healthcare. Eric will expand Medicare coverage for mental health services, reduce wait times, and ensure care is affordable and accessible for children, adults, and seniors alike.Lower Prescription Drug CostsEric will take on Big Pharma by expanding Medicare’s power to negotiate prices, cap out-of-pocket costs, and ensure access to free or low-cost generic medications.Lower Overall Health Care and Insurance CostsBy expanding Medicare coverage and reducing the role of profit-driven middlemen, Eric’s plan lowers premiums, deductibles, and surprise medical bills — putting families back in control of their care.Protect Reproductive and Fertility CareEnsure Medicare covers abortion care, contraception, IVF, and fertility services so families — not politicians or insurers — can make their own decisions.The Bottom LineHealthcare shouldn’t bankrupt families or force impossible choices. By expanding Medicare to cover dental, vision, childcare, mental health, and in-home care — while lowering drug and insurance costs — Eric Jones’ plan puts people first and makes the system work for families again.Taking On PG&EAcross the northern Sacramento Valley — from Napa and Yuba to Colusa, Sutter, and Placer Counties — wildfires aren’t just a seasonal threat. They are a life-altering reality. Families are being forced from their homes, small businesses are struggling to stay insured, and entire communities face economic and emotional devastation. Meanwhile, PG&E, the utility responsible for much of this destruction, continues to receive bailouts and make record profits while executives make millions — leaving working families to shoulder the cost.We need bold federal leadership to protect our communities, prevent future disasters, and hold the powerful accountable.End the Cycle of BailoutsFor too long, PG&E has passed the costs of its negligence onto ratepayers, while executives continue to take home bonuses. Eric will fight to:Ensure PG&E executives are personally held accountable for safety failures.Stop using ratepayer dollars to bail out corporate mismanagement.Explore public, cooperative, or community-based alternatives to private utility monopolies, so local families and businesses have a say in the safety and affordability of their energy.Modernize the GridThe power infrastructure that sparks wildfires must be upgraded. Eric supports:Federal investment in undergrounding power lines where feasible, reducing the risk of fire ignition.Smart-grid technologies to prevent outages and detect potential hazards before they become disasters.Programs to support local governments and communities in wildfire prevention and emergency preparedness.Protecting Families and Businesses Across the DistrictNapa and Sonoma Counties: Protect vineyards, small farms, and tourism-driven businesses from repeated fire threats.Yuba, Sutter, and Colusa Counties: Shield rural families and agricultural communities where power infrastructure is aging and wildfire risk is high.Yolo and Placer Counties: Ensure mountain and foothill communities have reliable, safe energy and emergency support.Wildfires have cost too much — in homes, livelihoods, and lives. By holding PG&E accountable and investing in a safer, smarter grid, we can prevent future disasters, lower rates, and give communities across the district the protection they deserve.The Bottom LineFamilies in our district should not pay the price for corporate negligence. Eric is committed to taking on PG&E, modernizing our power system, and ensuring safety, accountability, and fairness for every household and business across District 4.Housing & HomelessnessWorking families in our district — especially farmworkers, hospitality workers, and young families — are being priced out of the very communities they sustain. This is part of a national crisis: America needs 10 to 20 million new homes in the next decade, including 3 million in California alone.It’s time for the federal government to lead a bold, nationwide effort to build affordable, climate-friendly homes, while creating a new generation of good-paying union and trade jobs.Growing up, our family was able to purchase an 800-square-foot “starter home” and build equity — a path to stability and the American Dream. Today, affordable starter homes are virtually gone. Young Americans deserve a chance at homeownership — a critical pillar of opportunity and economic security.Our Plan to Build 10 Million Homes in 10 YearsInvest in Modern, Affordable ConstructionLaunch a federal initiative to scale offsite housing manufacturing, lowering construction costs while creating skilled union and trade jobs across California and the country.Incentivize Local Zoning ReformTie federal infrastructure and housing funding to zoning updates that allow multi-family and mixed-income housingnear transit, schools, and jobs, ensuring families have access to safe, vibrant communities.Boost Federal Housing InvestmentExpand direct federal funding to build and preserve affordable and workforce housing, especially in high-cost and rural areas like Napa County, ensuring local families can remain in their communities.Create a First-Time Homebuyer Support ProgramLaunch a federal program to help working-class and low-income families, particularly first-time buyers, with down payments and access to credit. If you’re doing everything right, you deserve a shot at owning a home.Prohibit Private Equity from Hoarding HousingBan large-scale corporate ownership of single-family homes, making sure homes are for families, not hedge funds and private investors.Homelessness: A Federal Response That WorksHomelessness is a growing crisis in Napa Valley — and across the country. Families, seniors, and workers are living on the streets, often with untreated mental health or substance use challenges. Eric believes in a housing-first approach paired with supportive services to help people regain stability.He’s seen the challenges firsthand, joining ride-alongs with Napa PD and meeting unhoused individuals — real people ready for help, not just statistics.Fund Supportive HousingDramatically expand federal funding for permanent supportive housing programs that integrate mental health care and addiction recovery services.Invest in Mobile Mental Health & Substance Use TeamsSupport county-level mobile outreach programs to reach unhoused individuals where they are, providing on-the-spot care, connections to services, and pathways off the streets.Create Federal Workforce PathwaysFund job training, transitional employment, and local hiring pipelines to help people re-enter the workforce and regain independence.The GoalWe need a federal response that is both compassionate and effective: housing first, paired with mental health and substance use treatment, job pathways, and community support.The aim is simple: help people off the streets, into stability, and toward opportunity, while building a stronger, more resilient future for families across Napa, Yuba, Colusa, Sutter, Placer Counties, and beyond.Ending CorruptionFor too long, Washington has worked for powerful corporations and special interests instead of the people it’s meant to serve. Corporate PAC money floods elections, lobbyists shape policy behind closed doors, and billion-dollar companies exploit loopholes to avoid paying their fair share — while families pay the price through higher costs, unsafe infrastructure, and broken systems.Ending corruption isn’t symbolic — it’s how we lower costs, protect public safety, and rebuild trust in government. Eric Jones believes corruption is at the root of the affordability crisis, and real reform starts by changing who government answers to and how power is held accountable.Eric’s plan focuses on real results: ending corporate influence, making corporations pay what they owe, and reinvesting those dollars into healthcare, housing, and cost-cutting programs that help families thrive.The Problem: A System Rigged for CorporationsToday, powerful corporations use campaign cash, lobbying, and loopholes to tilt the system in their favor:Utility monopolies like PG&E raise rates while avoiding real accountability for safety failures.Big Pharma price-gouges families while blocking reforms that would lower drug costs.Large corporations pay little or nothing in taxes, shifting the burden onto working families.Politicians take corporate PAC money and then claim nothing can change.Ban Corporate PAC MoneyEric will not take corporate PAC money — and will fight to ban it altogether. Elected officials should answer to voters, not corporate donors with armies of lobbyists. Ending corruption means changing how Washington works. Eric supports:Strengthen ethics rules so elected officials can’t use public office for personal gainBan members of Congress from trading stocks while in officeRequire full transparency around meetings with corporate lobbyists and special interestsMake Corporations Pay Their Fair ShareWhile working families pay their taxes, many of the largest corporations pay next to nothing.Eric will:Restore corporate tax rates to Obama-era levelsClose loopholes that allow corporations like PG&E, Big Pharma, and others to pay zeroUse corporate tax dollars to lower costs, fund healthcare, and invest in housing and infrastructureClose the revolving door between government and corporate lobbyingProhibit senior government officials from cashing in with industries they once regulatedHold PG&E and Utility Monopolies AccountableIn communities across Napa, Yolo, Sonoma, Yuba, Colusa, Sutter, and Placer Counties, families live with the consequences of corporate negligence — wildfires, blackouts, and skyrocketing utility bills.Eric will:End the cycle of bailouts that let PG&E pass costs onto ratepayersTie executive pay and corporate profits to safety and affordability outcomesPush for stronger federal oversight and explore public or cooperative alternativesEnd Big Pharma Price GougingNo family should have to choose between paying rent and filling a prescription.Eric will:Take on Big Pharma’s lobbying powerLower prescription drug prices through negotiation and competitionClose loopholes that protect monopolies instead of patientsSunlight on Money and InfluenceEnforce strict disclosure of all political spending — including dark money and shell organizationsRequire candidates and elected officials to disclose financial conflicts of interest in real timeHold corporations and political groups accountable for hiding donors or misleading the publicThe result is a system where families work harder every year — and still fall behind.Educating the Next GenerationTo compete in today’s rapidly changing economy shaped by AI, automation, and global competition, America must radically modernize its education system. That means going beyond traditional reforms and preparing students not just to survive, but to thrive and lead.As someone who attended public schools and benefited from scholarships to private institutions, Eric knows firsthand the transformative power of education — and believes every child deserves the same opportunity.Free ChildcareEvery child deserves a strong start. Eric will fund access to high-quality early childhood education, giving families the support they need and setting students up for lifelong learning and success.5-Year Vocational & Trade ProgramNot every student thrives on a traditional academic path. Eric supports a federally backed 5-year vocational and trade program, developed in partnership with unions and industries. This program creates direct pipelines to skilled careers, strengthens our workforce, and offers students meaningful choices about their futures.Bring Back Math & Strengthen FundamentalsStrong math skills are the foundation of STEM education and future innovation. Eric will prioritize reinforcing core math instruction from the earliest grades onward, ensuring students have the fundamentals to succeed in college, careers, and beyond.21st Century CurriculumEducation must keep pace with technology. Eric will boost federal funding for STEM programs, coding and digital literacy, and critical thinking skills, equipping students to thrive alongside AI, automation, and global competition.Mental Health & Safety in SchoolsLearning happens best in safe, supportive environments. Eric will increase investment in school counselors, social workers, and anti-bullying programs, ensuring every student has the resources to succeed academically and emotionally.Preserving Our Farm LandFarmland is the backbone of our region and a cornerstone of California’s economy. From Napa Valley vineyards to the farms of Yolo, Colusa, Sutter, and Yuba Counties, our working lands support families, feed the country, and sustain rural communities. Once farmland is lost, it’s gone forever.Preserving farmland isn’t about stopping progress — it’s about protecting our way of life, supporting farmers and farmworkers, and ensuring future generations can continue to live and work on the land.The Challenges Facing Our FarmsFamily farmers and agricultural workers are under growing pressure:Rising land and water costsClimate change, drought, and wildfire risksCorporate consolidation squeezing small and mid-sized farmsDevelopment pressures that convert farmland into sprawlAging infrastructure and limited access to capitalWithout action, we risk losing not just farmland, but the communities built around it.Protect Working Lands from SprawlEric supports strong federal incentives to keep farmland in agricultural use, including:Expanding conservation easements that allow farmers to protect their land while remaining economically viableSupporting smart growth policies that prioritize housing near existing infrastructure instead of paving over farmlandAligning housing policy with farmland preservation so growth doesn’t come at the expense of agricultureSupport Family Farmers and FarmworkersPreserving farmland means supporting the people who work it. Eric will fight to:Expand access to affordable credit, crop insurance, and agricultural subsidies to help family farms remain competitiveStrengthen labor protections and housing options for farmworkersSupport apprenticeship and workforce development programs in agricultureBy ensuring farms can access federal subsidies and financial tools, Eric aims to make farming economically sustainable while protecting local food systems.Promote Climate-Smart AgricultureFarmers are on the front lines of climate change — and part of the solution. Eric supports:Investments in regenerative and climate-smart farming practicesIncentives for soil health, water efficiency, and carbon sequestrationResearch and innovation to help farmers adapt while staying profitableEnsure Fair Markets and CompetitionCorporate consolidation hurts farmers and consumers alike. Eric will:Strengthen antitrust enforcement in agriculturePush back against monopolistic practices by large agribusinessesSupport fair pricing and transparent markets for producersProtect Water and Natural ResourcesWater is essential to agriculture and our communities. Eric supports:Federal investment in sustainable water infrastructurePolicies that protect groundwater and surface water for future generationsCollaborative, locally driven water management solutionsWhy Farmland Preservation MattersPreserving farmland:Protects local food production and supply chainsSupports good-paying jobs in agriculture and related industriesReduces wildfire risk and environmental degradationKeeps rural communities strong and resilientThis isn’t about choosing between growth and preservation — it’s about growing smarter, supporting farmers with real tools like subsidies, credit, and insurance, and protecting the land that sustains our communities.Protecting Our VeteransOur nation has a sacred obligation to care for the men and women who served in uniform. That obligation doesn’t end when service does. It means making sure veterans can access quality health care, mental health support, housing, education, and good-paying jobs — and that no veteran is left behind.Eric comes from a military family and understands that service is not just a chapter in someone’s life — it’s a lifelong commitment. Keeping our promise to veterans is not a partisan issue. It’s a moral one.The Challenge Veterans Face TodayToo many veterans face unnecessary barriers after they come home:Long wait times and gaps in VA health careRising rates of PTSD, suicide, and untreated mental health conditionsHousing instability and homelessnessDifficulty translating military skills into civilian careersBureaucratic systems that delay benefits veterans have earnedWe can — and must — do better.Aspiration AgendaFor too many families in California’s 4th District and across the country, the dream of owning a home is slipping further out of reach. Rising housing costs, high rents, and barriers to homeownership are making it harder for working families to build stability and secure a future. Eric believes that every family deserves a place to call home, and that access to housing is central to restoring the American Dream.This is about more than just bricks and mortar — it’s about building strong communities, supporting families, and creating opportunity for the next generation.Build 2 Million Homes a YearThe housing shortage is driving up costs for families across our district. Eric supports a bold federal commitment to construct 2 million new homes annually, prioritizing affordability, sustainable design, and equitable access. This effort will ease rents, provide more ownership opportunities, and stimulate local economies from Napa to Yuba, Sutter, Colusa, and Placer Counties.First-Time Homebuyer Tax CreditRenters shouldn’t be locked out of the housing market. Eric proposes a first-time homebuyer tax credit to help working families take the leap into homeownership. This initiative turns years of renting into an investment in their future, giving families the chance to build wealth and security.National Housing Bank: Turn Rent into Down PaymentsToo many families struggle to save for a down payment while paying rent. Eric supports creating a National Housing Bank that allows renters to convert a portion of their rent into down payment savings, making homeownership more achievable for middle-class families.Affordable In-Home Child and Senior CareHome ownership is more than a roof over your head — it’s about having the support to stay in your home and care for your loved ones. Eric will expand access to affordable in-home child and senior care, helping families remain together while reducing reliance on long-term care facilities.Invest in the Jobs & Industries of the FutureA home is only secure if families have stable, well-paying jobs. Eric’s plan invests in the industries shaping the 21st century — clean energy, technology, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare — creating the pathways for families to thrive alongside economic growth.Expand Affordable Access to Mental Health CareHousing stability and mental health are deeply connected. Eric supports expanding affordable, accessible mental health services to ensure that families can maintain their wellbeing while building their futures.Jobs and the EconomyThe economy should work for the people who do the work — not just those at the top. Right now, too many families are working harder than ever and still falling behind, while corporations pad profits and ship jobs overseas. Eric Jones is running to build an economy rooted in dignity, fairness, and opportunity — one that keeps California competitive while lifting up working families.Putting Working Families FirstFor decades, wages have stagnated while the cost of housing, healthcare, food, and energy has skyrocketed. Eric supports policies that put real money back in people’s pockets — including a fair corporate tax rate that would return roughly $10,000 a year to California families. Economic growth should mean rising paychecks, not rising anxiety.Jobs That Can’t Be OutsourcedCalifornia should lead the nation in creating good-paying, union jobs — especially in clean energy, infrastructure, wildfire prevention, healthcare, and caregiving. Eric supports federal investments that prioritize domestic manufacturing, strong labor standards, and project labor agreements so public dollars create middle-class jobs here at home.Strong Unions, Higher WagesUnions built the middle class, and weakening them hollowed it out. Eric supports the PRO Act, prevailing wage protections, and collective bargaining rights so workers can negotiate fair pay, safe conditions, and predictable schedules. An economy is strongest when workers have power.Small Businesses and Local EconomiesSmall businesses are the backbone of our communities, but they’re being squeezed by monopolies, rising rents, and lack of access to capital. Eric supports expanding access to low-interest loans, cutting red tape for small and minority-owned businesses, and enforcing antitrust laws to stop corporate consolidation that drives up prices and kills local competition.Universal Childcare and Care Economy JobsParents shouldn’t have to choose between work and family. Universal childcare would allow more people — especially women — to stay in the workforce while creating hundreds of thousands of stable, well-paying care jobs. Eric also supports expanding in-home care so seniors can age with dignity and caregivers are paid fairly.Lower Costs, Real CompetitionCorporate concentration drives up prices — from groceries to gas to utilities. Eric supports cracking down on price gouging, strengthening antitrust enforcement, and holding corporations accountable when they abuse their market power. Real competition lowers costs and boosts innovation.Clean Energy as an Economic EngineThe transition to clean energy is one of the biggest economic opportunities of our generation. Eric supports investing in renewable energy, grid modernization, and climate resilience — creating jobs that can’t be outsourced while lowering energy costs and reducing wildfire risk.An Economy Rooted in Fairness and AccountabilityEric rejects the corrupt system in Washington that lets lobbyists and corporate PACs write the rules. He’s pledged to take no corporate PAC money, no lobbyist cash, and to support a ban on stock trading by members of Congress — because the economy shouldn’t be rigged by those in power.The Bottom LineIf you work for a living, this economy should work for you. Eric Jones believes we don’t have a scarcity problem — we have a fairness problem. By investing in workers, supporting unions and small businesses, lowering the cost of living, and holding powerful corporations accountable, we can build an economy that is competitive, sustainable, and rooted in dignity. That’s the bottom line — an economy that leaves no one behind.Tackling ImmigrationAmerica is a nation of immigrants — and a nation of laws. Our immigration system should reflect both. Right now, it does neither. It is broken, cruel, inefficient, and exploited by political extremes while real families pay the price.I support a humane, orderly, and fair immigration system that keeps families together, strengthens our economy, and restores accountability to federal enforcement agencies.Eric’s Five Point Plan for ICE1. Protect the Constitution. Every Amendment Applies to EveryoneEric will require immigration enforcement to fully uphold the 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 10th Amendments, ensuring freedom of speech, lawful due process, protections against unreasonable searches, and respect for state authority. No federal agency should operate in a legal gray zone when constitutional rights are at stake.2. Real Accountability for Federal AgentsFederal agents — and their supervisors — must be held personally accountable for constitutional or judicial violations. Eric supports clear statutory pathways for investigation, discipline, and civil liability when rights are breached, restoring public trust in federal law enforcement.3. End the Surveillance StateUnchecked surveillance erodes democracy. Eric will push for strict limits on biometric tracking, data collection, and monitoring of law-abiding residents, along with stronger transparency requirements so Americans know how their data is being used.4. Professionalize ICE with Modern Training StandardsICE must meet the same professional expectations Americans demand from modern law enforcement. Eric supports advanced training in:Constitutional law and civil rightsDe-escalation tacticsCultural competencyUse-of-force standardsCoordination with local jurisdictionsA rapidly expanding federal workforce must not cut corners on vetting or training.5. Refocus Enforcement on Serious Threats — and Rebuild the AgencyEnforcement should prioritize violent criminals, traffickers, and national security threats, not hardworking families. Eric supports restructuring ICE under the Department of Justice to strengthen legal oversight and align immigration enforcement with established prosecutorial standards.A Path to Legal Status and CitizenshipMillions of undocumented immigrants are already part of our communities — working, paying taxes, and raising families. I support a clear, earned path to permanent legal status and eventual citizenship for people who are contributing to our economy and following the law. Bringing people out of the shadows makes our communities safer and stronger.Keep Families TogetherFamily separation is immoral and counterproductive. I oppose policies that rip children from their parents or destabilize families who pose no threat to public safety. Immigration enforcement should prioritize humanity and due process — not cruelty as a deterrent.Dreamers Deserve SecurityDrea