State Assembly District 17 in Nevada State House District 17, Nevada

2026 Primary Election

• Linda F. Hunt — Incumbent Nevada State Assemblymember in NV

  Linda F. Hunt is an incumbent Democratic member of the Nevada State Assembly, representing District 17, a position she assumed in November 2024. Prior to her legislative service, Hunt had a career that included work as a bus person, food server, and realtor, and she is a shop steward and member of the Culinary Workers Union Local 226. She is seeking re-election in the 2026 Nevada Primary. Her policy priorities include defending voting rights, increasing enforcement against dangerous driving, fostering responsible economic development for job creation, expanding access to affordable healthcare and prescription drugs, reforming eviction processes, strengthening road protections, and ensuring fiscal responsibility in tax policies. She is endorsed by the Southern Nevada Central Labor Council.

• Robert "rc" Smith — Candidate for State Assembly in NV

  Robert "RC" Smith is a Democratic candidate for the Nevada State Assembly, seeking to represent District 17 in the 2026 Primary Election. Running on the platform "Fight for Our Future," Smith's vision is rooted in providing real solutions for working families. His key policy proposals include maximizing federal grants and establishing permanent 24/7 traffic units to enhance public safety and make streets safer. To address housing affordability, he advocates for stopping corporate consolidation of single-family homes and providing "Whole-Home" repair grants for seniors and small landlords. Smith also aims to stimulate the economy by attracting green energy manufacturers and modern film studios to Nevada, promoting a "60% Residency Mandate" for the workforce, and raising teachers' pay to the national average. He also emphasizes protecting Nevadans' voting rights.