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La Paz County, Arizona

Arizona House District 30

3 candidates are tracked for Arizona House District 30 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Mike Gannuscio, David Rose and Brian McMahan. Candidate information follows official La Paz County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Mike Gannuscio (Republican), David Rose (Republican), Brian McMahan (Democratic) are on the November 3 ballot for Arizona House District 30 (2 seats; vote for up to 2). Not on the November ballot: Leo Biasiucci, John Gillette, sitting members per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the July 28 primary or by petition/nomination for minor parties and independents. The field is the Secretary of State's 2026 General Election (Election 69) certified candidate list, as read September 10, 2026. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.

What this office does

State legislator. State legislators write and vote on state laws and the state budget, which fund schools, roads, prisons, universities and health programs, and set the rules for local governments and elections. Each member represents one district and serves on committees that shape bills before a floor vote. Terms are two years in most state houses and four in most state senates.

This race. Voters choose 2; the top 2 finishers win seats. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot.

Arizona › La Paz County › Arizona House District 30

Mike Gannuscio

Republican

Top priorities

  • Rural and agricultural issues, including grazing leases and water
  • Represent rural Legislative District 30 interests at the Capitol

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Mike Gannuscio is the Republican candidate for Arizona House District 30 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Secretary of State's 2026 General Election certified candidate list. A Mohave County law enforcement officer, rancher and farmer, he served as president and executive director of the Arizona Cattle Growers Association.

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David Rose

Republican

Top priorities

  • Better funding for rural schools and parental school choice
  • Protect Colorado River water rights
  • Public safety funding and tax and regulatory relief for small business

Per the campaign site.

Biography

David Rose is the Republican candidate for Arizona House District 30 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Secretary of State's 2026 General Election certified candidate list. An ordained pastor who leads a Lake Havasu City church, he serves as president of the Lake Havasu Unified School District governing board.

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Brian McMahan

Brian McMahan

Democratic

Top priorities

  • Funding public education
  • Strengthening election integrity through secure, transparent voting processes
  • Expanding veterans and senior services

Per the campaign site.

Biography

McMahan is a retired fire chief with 40 years in the fire service and a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve, per the campaign site. He served as an elected official across three agencies in Washington state for 15 years before moving to Bullhead City, per the campaign site. He volunteers with the Bullhead City Senior Enrichment Center and sits on the Arizona DHS Western Regional Advisory Council, per the campaign site.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Arizona House District 30 in 2026?

3 candidates are tracked for Arizona House District 30 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Mike Gannuscio, David Rose and Brian McMahan. Candidate information follows official La Paz County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Arizona House District 30 election in Arizona?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Arizona are on the Arizona election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact La Paz County ballot?

Enter your ZIP code in the lookup at theballotbrief.com for the statewide and congressional races, or a full street address to add the county, city and district contests for that location.

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Candidate roster from official La Paz County and state election office filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles
Mike Gannuscio, full profileDavid Rose, full profileBrian McMahan, full profileOfficial Arizona election office