State Senator District 18 in Arizona State Senate District 18, Arizona

2026 Primary Election

• Douglas Everett — Candidate for Arizona State Senate District 18 in AZ

  Douglas Everett is a Republican candidate seeking election to the Arizona State Senate, representing District 18, in the 2026 primary election. An electrical engineer by profession, he holds a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University, which he earned in 1986, following his graduation from Arlington High School. Everett is actively campaigning for the District 18 seat, which does not have an incumbent in the Republican primary. His campaign has demonstrated engagement through fundraising efforts, having reported over $23,000 raised. He has also participated in Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey, offering voters further insight into his platform.

• Priya Sundareshan — Incumbent State Senator in Tucson, AZ

  Priya Sundareshan is an incumbent State Senator representing Arizona's Legislative District 18, which includes Tucson and Catalina Foothills. An energy and environmental lawyer, she assumed office in January 2023 and is seeking re-election in the 2026 Democratic primary. Sundareshan has served as the Ranking Member on the Senate Natural Resources Committee and the Senate Elections Committee, and is slated to become Senate Minority Leader in January 2025. Her legislative priorities focus on preserving Arizona for future generations, ensuring access to healthcare options, protecting voting rights, and promoting clean energy initiatives for the state's future. She previously directed the Natural Resources Use & Management Clinic at the University of Arizona.