State Representative Pos. 1 District 22 in Washington State House District 22, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• Beth Doglio — Incumbent State Representative in Olympia, WA

  Beth Doglio is a Democratic State Representative for Washington's 22nd Legislative District, Position 1, a seat she has held since 2023. She previously served from 2017 to 2021 in Position 2. A seasoned politician and activist, Doglio has a background in environmental advocacy, serving as founding executive director of Washington Conservation Voters and working with Climate Solutions for two decades. Her career also includes roles with Seattle Public Utilities, NARAL, and Peace Action. As a progressive, she advocates for Medicare for All, immigration reform, Green New Deal legislation, and expanding public housing. She chairs the House Environment & Energy Committee and holds a degree in Political Science and Telecommunications from Indiana University. She resides in Olympia.

• Don Hewett — Candidate for State Representative District 22, Position 1 in WA

  Don Hewett is a Republican candidate competing in the nonpartisan primary election for Washington House of Representatives District 22, Position 1. The primary is scheduled for August 4, 2026. He is challenging the Democratic incumbent, Beth Doglio, for the seat which covers parts of Thurston County. The search results do not provide details about his professional background or specific policy positions.