State Representative Pos. 1 District 3 in Washington State House District 3, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• Natasha Hill — Incumbent State Representative in Spokane, WA

  Natasha Hill is an incumbent Washington State Representative for District 3, Position 1, a Spokane attorney, licensed realtor, and interim editor for The Black Lens. A Democrat, she campaigns on investing in public health, protecting abortion access, and removing economic barriers for marginalized communities. Hill emphasizes her community building experience and "fighting against MAGA extremism," and is endorsed by Spokane County Democrats. She is currently running for reelection in the 2026 Primary.

• John Kness — Candidate for State Representative Pos. 1 in Spokane, WA

  John Kness is campaigning for a seat in the Washington House of Representatives, aiming to represent District 3, Position 1, in the 2026 Primary Election scheduled for August 4. Running with 'No party preference,' or as an Independent, Kness is challenging incumbent Democrat Natasha Hill and Republican Tony Kiepe. He is seeking to serve in the state's legislative body, which plays a crucial role in public policy, state finances, and gubernatorial vetoes. Kness is based in Spokane, Washington, and has filed his candidacy for this state-level position.

• Tony Kiepe — Insurance professional in Spokane, WA

  Tony Kiepe is a 64-year-old Republican insurance professional from Spokane, Washington, who previously owned gas stations. He earned a bachelor's degree in biology and an MBA from the University of Memphis. Kiepe is running for State Representative for Washington's 3rd Legislative District, Position 1, focusing on affordable housing, citizen safety, increasing consumer choices, and preventing costly laws. He has secured endorsements from prominent local Republicans. Kiepe has also pledged to support congressional term limits. He previously ran for this same position in 2024, where he lost the general election.