WASHINGTON — In the 2025 election cycle, 496 Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) candidates ran for office at the local and state levels. Every year, the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) actively tracks AA & NH/PI candidates running for office at all levels of public service through its AA & NH/PI Candidate Pipeline . “This year we’ve seen nearly 500 AA & NH/PI candidates seek elected office at the local and stat

WASHINGTON —The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of  David Lin , who served with distinction as Treasurer of our organization from 2010 to 2018. His sudden loss is a profound one for the APAICS community, the broader Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) civic sphere, and for all who knew and worked alongside him. David Lin’s leadership, dedication, and steadfast commitm

Thinking about stepping into public service, but not sure where to start? The APAICS Regional Leadership Academy (RLA) is designed to help leaders like you build the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to run for office or support a campaign.

WASHINGTON –The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) welcomes CAPAC Chairwoman Grace Meng, California State Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen, and Alisa La to its Board of Directors and the Hon. Régine Biscoe Lee to the National Advisory Council. Additionally, APAICS is pleased to announce the earlier election of Jean Lee and Susan Moon to the Board of Directors. Both served on National Advisory Council prior to their election. Moon has been appoi

WASHINGTON –The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) is pleased to announce the election of its 2025 Board Officers. Jason Chan, former Board Secretary, has been elected as Board Chair and will succeed Susan Jin Davis, who has served as a Board Member since 2008 and Board Chair since 2013. The 2025 APAICS Board of Directors will begin its term in January 2025.  Founded by former Secretary Norman Y. Mineta in 1994, alongside the Congressional Asi

WASHINGTON –The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) congratulates Congresswoman Grace Meng on her election as the 7th Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC). Meng was elected in 2013 to New York’s 6th Congressional District. She is the first Asian American elected to the Congress from New York and recipient of the 2022 APAICS Pioneer Award. In the 119th Congress, Meng will succeed Congresswoman Judy Chu, who will becom

WASHINGTON– In the 2024 general election, 550 Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) candidates ran for state and federal office, including in U.S. territories. Each year, APAICS compiles a thorough database of candidates in the AA & NH/PI Candidate Pipeline,  tracking general election results for state and federal races nationwide. The Pipeline, which has recorded more than 1600 candidates this election cycle, also includes details on AA & NH/PI can

Verona Sagato-Mauga is the newly elected Representative for Utah House District 31, making history as the first Samoan elected to the...

WASHINGTON— In August 2024, our nation witnessed the first Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) to secure a major-party nomination for President of the United States when Vice President Kamala Harris was elected as the party’s candidate at the Democratic Convention.  Exceptionally well qualified, Harris served as Attorney General of California, United States Senator, and Vice President. As the child of Indian and Jamaican immigrants, her story and

WASHINGTON — Today, Vice President Kamala Devi Harris made history by becoming the first Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander to secure a major-party nomination for President of the United States. A majority of Democratic delegates have voted in a virtual roll call to select Vice President Harris as the party’s nominee in advance of the Democratic Convention.   “As a Senator, as Vice President, and now as the Democratic nominee for President, Vice President Har

Wichita Mayor Lily Wu and Kentucky State Representative Nima Kulkarni honored.

WASHINGTON - On Tuesday evening, President Joseph R. Biden gave the keynote address at the APAICS 30th Annual Gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on May 14, 2024, to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of the Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) community during AA & NH/PI Heritage Month.   Founded by the late former Secretary Norman Y. Mineta in 1994, APAICS is the leading organization dedicated to promoting AA & NH/PI parti

WASHINGTON -  On Monday morning, Vice President Kamala Harris participated in a fireside chat with actor, writer and comedian Jimmy O. Yang at the Annual APAICS Legislative Leadership Summit at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. The Legislative Leadership Summit kicks off May events hosted by APAICS as the organization celebrates its 30th anniversary during Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) Heritage Month.    Founded b

WASHINGTON — A record 215 Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AA & NH/PI) candidates ran for state and federal office, including in U.S. territories, in the 2023 election cycle. Every year, APAICS builds a comprehensive database of candidates through its AA & NH/PI Candidate Pipeline , which monitors general election results for state and federal elections nationwide. The Pipeline also includes information about AA & NH/PI candidates who ran at the state leve

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WASHINGTON - APAICS is disappointed by today's Supreme Court decision to strike down affirmative action, a critical policy that advances equity and justice, including for Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander students who are underrepresented in many fields of study. At APAICS, we know that Asian Americans and Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders are still underrepresented across government and in leadership. All communities want and deserve a fair shot to succe

APAICS Quarterly Networking Event Thank you to Rep. Jim Moylan (GU-At-Large), Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), and Rep. Shri Thanedar (MI-13)...

APAICS 2023 Health Summit & Reception Thank you to everyone who tuned into our 2023 Health Summit! The APAICS 2023 Health Summit was held...

WASHINGTON - Today, President Joe Biden announced the nomination of Julie Ann Su to serve as Secretary of Labor. APAICS has previously...

Lunar New Year Celebration Thank you to everyone who attended our Lunar New Year Celebration We had an exciting night with great food...