State Senator District 38 in Washington State Senate District 38, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• June Robinson — Incumbent State Senator in Olympia, WA

  June Robinson, born June R. Grube on June 27, 1959, in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, is an American Democratic politician. She currently serves as an incumbent member of the Washington State Senate, representing the 38th Legislative District, a position she assumed on May 13, 2020, through appointment to fill a vacancy. Prior to her Senate tenure, Robinson served in the Washington House of Representatives for the same district from December 16, 2013, to May 13, 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Delaware and a Master of Public Health from the University of Michigan. Her legislative office is located in Olympia, Washington.

• Brad Bender — Candidate for State Senator in WA

  Brad Bender, a Republican, is running for election to the Washington State Senate, seeking to represent District 38. He declared his candidacy for the nonpartisan primary election scheduled for August 4, 2026. Bender is challenging incumbent June Robinson (D) for the seat. The general election for this position will take place on November 3, 2026.