Robert A. Rivas (born January 2, 1980) is an American politician currently serving as the 71st speaker of the California State Assembly.

A Democrat, he represents the 29th Assembly District, which encompasses the Pajaro and Salinas valleys of the Central Coast.

Prior to being elected to the State Assembly, he served on the San Benito County Board of Supervisors.

Rivas was first elected to the State Assembly in November 2018, easily defeating Republican Neil G.

Ricardo Rivas was nominated to the commission in 2021 by President pro Tempore of the State Senate, Toni Atkins.