Washington State House District 45, Position 1

“State Representative, 2007-present; Chair, House Community Safety Committee; Chair, Statute Law Committee; Senior Member, Civil Rights and Judiciary Committee; Human Services and Early Learning Committee.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)

“Attorney in private practice; King County Bar Association, 2000-08; Director, Washington State Sentencing Guidelines Commission 1998-2000; Washington State Law and Justice Advisory Council; Congressional Chief of Staff and Legislative Director, 1988-1995.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)

“Dartmouth College, AB, Senior Fellow; George Washington University, JD; Harvard University, MPA.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)

“Elected Experience Precinct Committee Officer, five years. Other Professional Experience Music teacher for thirty-five years.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)

Candidate for Washington State Representative: “I’m a teacher, a wife, mother, grandmother — a citizen who believes in common sense, accountability, and respect for every American.” (Official campaign website)

Teacher. Compliance Professional. Grandmother.: “After 46 years of marriage, raising 4 children who are now wonderful parents themselves, and adopting a child from foster care, I’ve learned that strong families build strong communities — and strong communities deserve representation that listens.” (Official campaign website)

Teacher. Compliance Professional. Grandmother.: “I studied Music Therapy and saw firsthand how the arts, reading, and the basics can light up a child’s confidence. I’ve also worked in Governance, Risk, and Compliance — experience that taught me how to read a budget, spot waste, and demand transparency.” (Official campaign website)