Jim Walsh

Jim Walsh is a candidate for State Representative Pos. 1 District 19 Primary Election in 2026 in Washington State House District 19, Washington.

Incumbent State Representative in Aberdeen, WA

Also running: Kevin Moynihan.

Jim Walsh has represented Southwest Washington's 19th Legislative District in the State House since 2016, serving across Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Pacific, Thurston, and Wahkiakum counties. An incumbent Republican, he is seeking re-election in the August 2026 primary. He also chairs the Republican Party of Washington. Walsh champions affordability, public safety, and local control, notably fighting against state-level oversight of elected sheriffs, arguing "Income IS property!". He serves as Ranking Member on the Civil Rights & Judiciary Committee and Assistant Ranking Member on State Government & Tribal Relations, advocating for conservative principles.