State Representative Pos. 1 District 16 in Washington State House District 16, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• Mark Klicker — Incumbent State Representative in Walla Walla, WA

  Mark Klicker is a Republican State Representative for Washington's 16th Legislative District, Position 1, with a commitment to making Washington an affordable place to live and thrive. A native of Walla Walla with deep family roots in the region, he grew up farming and continues to utilize his agricultural expertise as a farm and ranch realtor. He serves as the ranking member on the Local Government Committee and assistant ranking member on Environment & Energy, also sitting on the Rules and Transportation committees. Klicker champions local roadway projects to enhance safety and ease travel, advocating for reduced taxes and innovation to foster prosperity across the state.

• Kyle Palmer — Candidate for State Representative Pos. 1 in Richland, WA

  Kyle Palmer is a Democratic candidate seeking election to the Washington House of Representatives for District 16, Position 1, in the 2026 primary election. He is challenging incumbent Republican Mark Klicker. The primary is scheduled for August 4, 2026, with the general election to follow on November 3, 2026. Palmer resides in Richland, Washington. His campaign aims to represent parts of Benton, Franklin, Grant, and Walla Walla counties in the state legislature.