State Representative Pos. 1 District 26 in Washington State House District 26, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• David Olson — Incumbent Peninsula School Board Member, District 5 in Gig Harbor, Washington

  David Olson is a retired U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer with 28 years of service. He was first elected to the Peninsula School District Board in 2013 and has served as President and Vice President. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. Olson also serves on the Board of the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation and is a member of the Rotary Club. He ran for Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction in 2024.

• Natalie Bornfleth — Candidate for Washington House of Representatives District 26-Position 1 in Port Orchard, WA

  Natalie Bornfleth is a candidate for Washington State Representative, Position 1, in the 26th Legislative District. Raised in the district by a single mom, she is a first-generation college graduate with degrees from Washington State University, the University of Washington, and Olympic College. Her background reflects a commitment to public service, organized labor, and educational opportunity, drawing on her experience as a teacher, veteran, union leader, and worker. She is running to be a strong voice for her community, prioritizing lowering the cost of living through affordable housing, expanded childcare, and pursuing universal healthcare, alongside ensuring quality education. Bornfleth resides in Port Orchard with her husband and son.

• Adison Richards — Incumbent Member of the Washington House of Representatives in WA

  Adison Richards is an incumbent Democratic member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing District 26-Position 1. He assumed office on January 13, 2025, and his current term concludes on January 11, 2027. Richards, a nonprofit attorney by profession, is seeking re-election to his seat in the August 4, 2026 primary election. He is running alongside fellow Democrat Natalie Bornfleth and Republican David Olson. His campaign has reported $87,551 in total contributions and $38,892 in expenditures, with significant support from entities like the Washington Senate Democratic Campaign and Amazon Services LLC, as well as individual donors.