State Representative District 3 in Arizona State House District 3, Arizona

2026 Primary Election

• George Khalaf — Data Orbital founder and pollster in Fountain Hills, AZ

  George Khalaf, a Republican, is seeking election to the Arizona House of Representatives in District 3 for 2026. A graduate of Dobson High School, his career includes work as a marketing consultant and his current role as founder and pollster for Data Orbital. He is also a former AZGOP Secretary. Khalaf is a vocal advocate for congressional term limits, having signed a pledge to support an Article V convention for the purpose. He champions conservative values, public safety, secure borders, and is committed to fighting against "woke agendas" and electing conservative leaders, reflecting his dedication to making Arizona stronger.

• Cody Reim — Incumbent Member of the Arizona House of Representatives, District 3 in Rio Verde, AZ

  Cody Reim is a Republican member of the Arizona House of Representatives, representing District 3, where he assumed office on March 18, 2026. A small business owner and politician from Rio Verde, Arizona, Reim was appointed by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors to fill a vacancy left by Joseph Chaplik. He is known as a dedicated water-rights advocate, having been a leading voice in the multi-year effort to secure a reliable water source for Rio Verde Foothills residents. Described as a principled leader, bridge builder, and consensus maker, Reim is currently seeking election for the District 3 seat in the 2026 Arizona Primary Election.

• Jay Schlum — Realtor and Former Mayor in Fountain Hills, AZ

  Jay Schlum is a Republican candidate for Arizona House of Representatives, District 3, in the 2026 Primary Election. A former Mayor of Fountain Hills, Arizona, he is running to bring proven conservative leadership to the state. Schlum has a background in fundraising, marketing, and communications, and is a Fellow at the Flinn-Brown Civic Leadership Academy. He currently serves on the Board of the Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® and holds multiple professional real estate certifications. He has pledged his support for Congressional Term Limits.

• Thomas Walsh Ii — Candidate for State Representative in AZ

  Thomas M. Walsh II is a candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 3 in the 2026 Arizona Primary Election. He has established a campaign committee, "Thomas Walsh II for State Representative - District 3," to facilitate his electoral efforts. The committee's financial disclosures indicate both contributions and expenditures as he builds his campaign. Walsh's candidacy signals his intention to engage in state-level politics and represent the interests of his district. He is actively preparing for the upcoming primary, which will determine his potential advancement to the general election ballot.

• Julie Gable — Candidate for State Representative in AZ

  Julie Gable is a Democratic Party candidate seeking election to the Arizona House of Representatives for District 3 in the 2026 primary election. She is slated to appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on July 21, 2026, and is not an incumbent. Gable presents herself as a clean elections candidate dedicated to implementing practical solutions that prioritize community welfare. Her campaign is driven by the belief that government's role is to improve the lives of its constituents. Her primary policy focuses include enhancing healthcare access, ensuring water security, advocating for stronger education, and promoting responsible technology and AI.

• Richard "rick" Spargo — Candidate for State Representative in AZ

  Richard Spargo, also known as Rick, is a Democratic candidate seeking election to the Arizona House of Representatives, representing District 3. He is competing in the Democratic primary election, which is scheduled for July 21, 2026. In this primary contest, he is running alongside Julie Gable. The general election for Arizona House of Representatives District 3 is set to occur on November 3, 2026. There are currently no incumbents in this specific race.