State Representative Pos. 2 District 16 in Washington State House District 16, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• Skyler Rude — Incumbent State Representative in Walla Walla, WA

  Skyler Rude, a Republican from Walla Walla, has served as State Representative for Washington's 16th Legislative District since 2019, having been reelected in 2020 and 2022. Born, raised, and educated in Walla Walla, he prioritizes improving the K-12 education system and supporting effective community policing. He advocates against policies that increase the cost of living, such as natural gas bans and carbon taxes. Rude is known for his bipartisan approach, working to foster solutions with compassion and accountability. In his spare time, he enjoys camping, road trips, and learning about Washington State history.

• Derek Sarley — School Board Member in Walla Walla, WA

  Derek Sarley is a candidate for Washington State Representative, District 16, Position 2. He brings a decade of experience from the Walla Walla Public Schools school board, serving since 2015, and previously led the Washington State School Directors’ Association. With a 25-year business career, including building a public relations firm, Sarley advocates for better schools and an affordable future. His platform focuses on education as an opportunity, reforming Washington's tax code, and addressing high costs for healthcare and housing. He aims to be a pragmatic voice for the 16th district, promoting economic opportunity and affordability. Sarley lives in Walla Walla with his family.