Pam Kohlmeier

Pam Kohlmeier, a physician, lecturer, and attorney, is seeking election as a Democratic candidate for Washington State Representative for District 3, Position 2 in 2026. Born in Ames, Iowa, she holds degrees from the University of Nebraska and a law degree from Gonzaga University. Her extensive career spans emergency medicine, behavioral health leadership, education, and healthcare regulation. She is running as a servant leader, committed to helping her community heal and advocating for state policies that stabilize affordability and health. Kohlmeier emphasizes ensuring access to affordable healthcare, housing, education, basic necessities, childcare, and a safe environment, believing her unique physician-attorney skills are essential to address current challenges in the healthcare system and beyond.