State Representative District 140 in Maine State House District 140, Maine

2026 Primary Election

• Wayne R Parry — Incumbent State Representative in Arundel, ME

  Wayne R. Parry is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Maine's House District 140, covering Arundel, Dayton, and part of Lyman. A lobsterman and small business owner, he champions "common sense leadership" in Augusta. Parry criticizes current Democratic Party control, citing excessive spending, lack of taxpayer relief despite surpluses, and underfunding of nursing and veterans' homes. He advocates for fiscal responsibility, checks and balances in state government, and improved transportation funding, serving as Ranking Member of the Transportation Committee. He seeks to bring balance to Maine government.

• Kirstan L Watson — Member of the RSU 21 School Board of Directors in Arundel, ME

  Kirstan Watson, a Democrat, is running for the Maine House of Representatives to represent District 140 in the June 9, 2026 primary election. A resident of Arundel and a member of the RSU 21 School Board of Directors, Watson has advocated for legislative changes concerning child protection and accountability. She has publicly spoken as a survivor of childhood trauma, supporting legislation that requires investigations into serious allegations, ensures their completion even if an accused resigns, and promotes information-sharing between districts. Her platform emphasizes confronting systemic silence and prioritizing prevention over fear.