Christy Armendariz

Christy Armendariz (born December 10, 1966) is a member of the Nebraska Legislature for District 18 from Omaha, Nebraska. Her term will officially end on January 7, 2027.

Personal life Armendariz was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska and is a Graduate of the University of Nebraska Omaha with a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration. She also holds a Masters of Business Administration from Nebraska Methodist College.

Armendariz works as a strategic sourcing specialist for Nebraska Methodist Health System.

Nebraska State Legislature She was elected to the Nebraska Legislature on November 8, 2022. In September 2025, Armendariz announced she will not be seeking reelection as a Nebraska state senator in 2026 when her term ends.

Armendariz served as the vice chairperson of the Committee on Committees and vice chairperson of the Appropriations Committee in 2025.

District 18 of Nebraska's Legislative District includes the northwest portion of Omaha, Nebraska and the town of Bennington, Nebraska.

Resolutions

In 2025, Armendariz had three Legislative Resolutions for interim studies that had been referred to the appropriate committees for approval:

LR441 - Interim study to examine the impact of local housing regulations on Nebraska's housing supply, which has been referred to the Urban Affairs Committee. This Resolution seeks to examine how state and local zoning ordinances and building regulations effect the housing market in Nebraska.

LR259 - Interim study to examine the feasibility, benefits, and framework for establishing a high school agriculture student exchange program within Nebraska modeled after foreign student exchange programs, which has been referred to the Education Committee. The purpose of this Resolution is to "examine the feasibility, benefits, and framework for establishing a high school agriculture student exchange program within Nebraska modeled after foreign student exchange programs to foster cross-regional learning, cultural exchange, and deeper appreciation for Nebraska's agricultural heritage and rural life."

LR258 - Interim study to examine a philanthropic endowment and location to host a week-long camp for certain children who live in low-income urban areas to learn about agriculture, which has been referred to the Agriculture committee. The purpose of this resolution is to "examine a philanthropic endowment and location to host a week-long camp for children nine to twelve years of age who live in low-income urban areas in order to give them an opportunity to experience and learn about agriculture and agriculture careers to potentially address workforce issues in rural areas."

LGBTQA+ In 2023, Armendariz was criticized for admitting she did not understand why a proposed anti-trans bill that included language about restricting gender-affirming care was getting so much attention. She voted for the bill, which ended up passing in the Unicameral by one vote. Armendariz has also shared she is against adding the terms “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” as a protected class in Nebraska’s anti-discrimination law.

Gun rights Armendariz has admitted she needs to learn more about conceal and carry permits before landing on an opinion; however, she does believe in background checks before purchasing a firearm.

School choice and education Armendariz is for more educational options for parents, particularly in low-income areas by using a tax credit program.

Death penalty Armendariz is against the death penalty.

Healthcare Armendariz is for expanded Medicaid (known as Nebraska Access in Nebraska) for low-income mothers.

Immigration Armendariz is for allowing DACA recipients to be eligible for tuition (in-state only), driver's licenses, and professional work licenses.