State Assembly District 40 in Nevada State House District 40, Nevada

2026 Primary Election

• Julie A. Butler — Candidate for Nevada State Assembly in Carson City, NV

  Julie A. Butler, a Republican, is seeking election to the Nevada State Assembly, District 40, in 2026. A Carson City resident for nearly 30 years, Butler’s background includes extensive public service and safety leadership, notably as director of the DMV for five years until March 2024. Her campaign prioritizes strengthening Nevada’s economy by reducing regulations and taxes, improving government efficiency through cybersecurity and supporting first responders, and addressing "kitchen table issues." She advocates for robust teacher funding, healthcare licensure reciprocity (e.g., Nurse Licensure Compact), and dedicated veteran support. Butler aims to bring her proven problem-solving experience to the Legislature to benefit district families and small businesses.

• Rich Harvey — Retired Fire Chief in Carson City, NV

  Retired Fire Chief Rich Harvey is a Republican candidate for Nevada State Assembly District 40. With decades of service, he led fire protection districts in Carson City, Storey, Washoe, and Central Lyon counties, directing operations during major disasters. Harvey advocates for practical, conservative solutions focusing on better jobs, attainable housing, and supporting local businesses and seniors. He believes government should prioritize core services like public safety, education, and critical infrastructure, reducing nonessential spending. Harvey also seeks to improve property insurance availability in wildfire-prone areas. He aims to be a strong voice for his district, ensuring Nevada remains safe, free, and prosperous.

• Drew Ribar — Small businessman in NV

  Drew Ribar, a northern Nevada small businessman and Republican, is running for Nevada State Assembly District 40. With deep family roots in the state, he seeks to bring a working-class perspective to government. Ribar aims to address bureaucracy, rising costs, and accountability. His platform includes a permanent ban on building homes on mercury sites, mandatory Constitutional Rights training for state employees, and personal consequences for officials hiding public records. He proposes audits of agencies like the DMV to improve efficiency and public service. Ribar plans to protect essential services by cutting administrative waste and leadership bloat, and advocates for tax policies that benefit average Nevadans over large corporations.

• Stacy M. Woodbury — Candidate for State Assembly in Carson City, NV

  Stacy Woodbury is a long-time Carson City resident with 30 years in the community, where she raised three children and served through schools, church, and nonprofits. She has held top roles in Nevada government and business, bringing proven experience to her campaign for Assembly District 40. Running as a Republican, she advocates for common-sense conservative leadership, emphasizing fiscal discipline, responsible economic development, and ensuring Nevada remains affordable for its residents. Her platform focuses on protecting working programs, reducing wasteful spending, and rolling back regulations that increase the cost of living and doing business. She pledges transparency, regular constituent engagement, and bipartisan collaboration based on her past experience working with both parties.