State Representative District 12 in Arizona State House District 12, Arizona

2026 Primary Election

• David Richardson — Entrepreneur and Business Owner in Phoenix, AZ

  David Richardson is a Republican candidate for Arizona State House District 12 in the 2026 election. A Phoenix native, he is a first-generation college graduate who attended Arizona public schools and earned a full-ride scholarship to Arizona State University, graduating debt-free with degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Nanoscience. He balanced full-time studies with full-time employment, highlighting his commitment to hard work and opportunity. His professional career includes roles as an entrepreneur, business owner, executive, and inventor in defense, R&D technical and engineering, and bioscience industries. Richardson is running to ensure the American Dream and educational and economic opportunities remain accessible for every Arizona family, drawing from his own life story of overcoming poverty.

• Armando Montero — Incumbent Tempe Union High School District Governing Board Member in Tempe, AZ

  Armando Montero is a Democratic candidate for Arizona State House of Representatives, District 12. A proud product of Arizona's public schools, he holds degrees from ASU and is pursuing a J.D. at Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. In 2020, he made history as the youngest person elected to the Tempe Union High School District Governing Board at 19, where he championed mental health policy. Montero is running to advocate for strong public schools, an affordable economy, and high-quality healthcare for all Arizonans, aiming to bring a fresh perspective to the State Capitol with a focus on responsible budgets.

• Stacey Travers — Incumbent State House Representative in Phoenix, AZ

  Stacey Travers is an incumbent State Representative for Arizona's Legislative District 12, seeking re-election to the AZ House. A United States Army veteran, scientist, and mom, she was first elected in 2022 as a Democrat. Travers is recognized for her commitment to bipartisan collaboration, having passed a record number of bills as a freshman minority legislator. She serves on military affairs and public safety, and natural resources energy and water committees. Her campaign, "Chasing Impact...Not Headlines...", focuses on getting government working again and fostering a bright, sustainable future for Arizona families. Key policy priorities include education, women's rights, voting rights, and the environment. She supports law enforcement and firefighters, and has advocated for community-focused initiatives. Travers also teaches public service at ASU.