State Representative Pos. 1
Legislative (House) District 38; Washington
My vote power: High
What does this office do?
- Voting on how much you pay in state taxes
- Voting on how much money your local public schools get
- Voting on which roads and highways get built or repaired
Affects: AI Regulation, Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health,
Candidates:
Democratic · Incumbent
Julio Cortes has represented Washington House District 38, Position 1 since 2023. His background includes homelessness prevention and youth services as well as communications and economic-development work for the City of Everett.
Records: Labor Rights 25 for, Housing Affordability 17 for, Corporate Accountability 12 for,
Cascade
Thomas (Jeff) Kelly is a retired nurse and former Army combat medic who chairs Everett's Delta Neighborhood Association. He wants a fairer state tax system and faster housing permits to bring costs down.
Source: sos.wa.gov