Melissa M Oropeza

Melissa M Oropeza is a candidate for Kansas House of Representatives District 37 Primary Election in 2026 in Kansas State House District 37, Kansas.

Incumbent Member of the Kansas House of Representatives in KS

Also running: Connie Jo Henry.

Melissa Oropeza, a Democrat, serves as the incumbent Representative for Kansas House District 37, having assumed office in January 2023. Born and raised in Wyandotte County, Kansas, her extensive healthcare background includes roles as a registered nurse, gastroenterology nurse practitioner, and a member of the Kansas State Board of Nursing, with advanced degrees including a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Oropeza is pro-choice, strongly advocates for Medicaid expansion, champions public education and youth engagement in local development, and supports the Kansas medical cannabis act. She is seeking re-election in the 2026 primary for District 37.