State Senator District 19 in Arizona State Senate District 19, Arizona

2026 Primary Election

• Gail Griffin — Incumbent Arizona House of Representatives - District 19 in AZ

  Gail Griffin is a Republican politician with a long history in the Arizona Legislature. She currently represents District 19 in the Arizona House of Representatives, a position she will hold until early 2027. Griffin is now seeking election to the Arizona State Senate for District 19 in the 2026 Primary Election. She previously served multiple terms in both the Arizona House and Senate. Known for her work on natural resources, she chairs the House Natural Resources, Energy & Water Committee and advocates for improving Arizona's existing groundwater management systems. In 2019, she notably proposed a bill to fund a border wall through a tax on pornography.

• Ryan Slawson — Candidate for State Senator in Sierra Vista, AZ

  Ryan Slawson is a Democratic newcomer who sought to represent Arizona State Senate District 19 in the 2026 Primary Election. He aimed to challenge long-standing leadership in a historically Republican district, advocating for residents over partisan politics. Although disqualified from the primary due to a procedural appeal dismissal by the Arizona Supreme Court, Slawson remains committed, viewing his campaign as a beginning. He dedicated extensive effort to his appeal outside of his regular work, demonstrating perseverance. He has a presence in Cochise County, including Sierra Vista.