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State Representative - District No. 7

Unofficial result: Won — Walter "Walt" Blackman (Republican), David Cook (Republican)

Source: results.arizona.vote

State House District 7; Arizona
My vote power: Above average

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:

Republican

David Cook is a rancher and former Arizona state representative who served from 2017 through 2024 after working as a corrections sergeant. He emphasizes water, agriculture, rural infrastructure, education, and fiscal issues.

Records: Public Safety and Crime Control 1 for

Green

Richard Grayson is an author, educator, and attorney who has taught at colleges and universities in several states. A frequent candidate, he has identified education as a central policy priority.

Records: Anti-Corruption 1 for, Election Integrity 1 for

Democratic

Sam Martin is a lifelong Arizonan with more than 20 years of experience in technology, healthcare, and agriculture. He emphasizes healthcare access, public education, responsible technology policy, and opposition to corruption.

Republican · Incumbent

Walt Blackman is an Arizona state representative and chair of the House Government Committee.

Records: Social Programs and Welfare 3 for, Government Spending Reduction 2 against, Public Education Quality 2 for,

Source: apps.arizona.vote