Kansas House of Representatives District 36 in Kansas State House District 36, Kansas

2026 Primary Election

• Lynn Melton — Incumbent Kansas State Representative District 36 in Kansas City, KS

  Lynn Melton is an incumbent Democratic member of the Kansas House of Representatives, representing District 36 since January 2023. She is seeking re-election in the 2026 Democratic primary. Melton brings over three decades of experience in the financial industry, where she owned and operated a mortgage brokerage company. Prior to her legislative service, she worked as an Assistant to the Mayor of Kansas City, Kansas, and Wyandotte County. A graduate of Turner High School, she also currently serves as the Director of Operations for the Police Athletic League of KCKS.

• Brian Dickason — Candidate for Kansas House of Representatives District 36 in Kansas City, KS

  Brian Dickason is a Wyandotte County leader who is running for Kansas House District 36 in the 2026 election cycle. He is campaigning on his experience in finance, accountability, and community leadership. Dickason aims to serve his community by bringing these skills to the State Representative position. He has officially filed his appointment of treasurer, naming himself as his campaign's treasurer in April 2026, and is actively engaging with potential constituents by seeking volunteers and offering yard signs.