Yara Zokaie

Yara Zokaie earned a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Davis in 2012, a law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2015, and a master's in the laws of taxation from the University of San Diego. Her career experience includes serving as the chief deputy assessor for Larimer County.[1][2][3]

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Yara Zokaie is a first generation Iranian American. Yara attended law school at University of San Diego School of Law, and was the youngest member of her graduating class at the age of 23. After law school, Yara received a masters in taxation and began practicing tax law.

First and Foremost, Yara is a mom. Yara has two young boys. Remy James is almost three, and Roman Bernard will soon be one. Yara's family is the most important thing to her and you can frequently find Yara with her boys at the park or at local town events.

Yara is concerned about the Colorado her boys are growing up in, and she is worried families do not have the resources they need. This motivated Yara to run for State House. She is determined to make Colorado the best state in the country to raise a family.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Colorado can do better to support its young familiesColorado can provide better opportunities for its middle-class regardless of age, gender, race, or sexual orientationOur elected officials should listen to, and be held accountable by the people of their district, and not corporations or special interests

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Paid Family Leave: I support paid family leave for up to 12 weeks to care for a newborn or receive pregnancy related treatment. The first 12 weeks postpartum are crucial for new parents to bond with their baby. It is an equally important time for new moms to take care of themselves. Too often, women return to work just weeks after giving birth because they cannot afford to take more time off. It is time for Colorado to value new moms and growing families.

Universal Pre-K: Preschool is immensely important to prepare kids for kindergarten. However, sending kids to preschool typically puts a financial strain on families. Colorado should value early education and make it easier for parents to stay in the workforce. Colorado should reimburse providers to ensure that all 4 year olds receive the benefit of preschool.

Mental Health Services: Suicide is the leading cause of death for Coloradans aged 10 to 24. Colorado does not have sufficient mental health and substance use service capacity for those who need care. Schools do not have adequate funding for mental health services. I will protect mental health funding and fight to expand the capacity of substance use treatment.

Elimination of Cash Bail: No one should have to sit in jail because they cannot afford bail. The cash bail system increases the likelihood that those lacking financial resources will plead guilty to a crime they did not commit.

Support Workers Rights

Support Farmers

Tax Breaks for the Middle Class