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Snohomish County, Washington

Washington Senate, Legislative District 38

2 candidates are tracked for Washington Senate, Legislative District 38 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: June Robinson and Brad Bender. Candidate information follows official Snohomish County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

June Robinson (prefers Democratic Party) and Brad Bender (prefers Republican Party) meet on the November 3 ballot; June Robinson is the sitting member, per the Legislature's roster. August 4 top-two primary: June Robinson 66.2 percent, Brad Bender 33.6 percent, per the Secretary of State's official results. Washington's top-two primary sends the two leading candidates to November regardless of party; party labels are the candidates' stated preferences. The field is the VoteWA GENERAL 2026 candidate list (read September 7, 2026). This seat is elected by legislative 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. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot. The sitting officeholder, June Robinson, is on the ballot.

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June Robinson

June Robinson

Democratic Incumbent

Top priorities
  • Expanding behavioral and mental health care access
  • Affordable housing for low-wage workers and struggling families
  • Funding for education and job training

Per the campaign site.

Biography

June Robinson's Washington voters' pamphlet statement lists Current State Senator, Chair of Ways & Means Committee. Focused on budget, housing, health, and issues impacting working families. State Representative 2013 - 2020. The statement also lists Currently employed at Snohomish County Health Department. Previous employment at Public Health Seattle and King County; former Executive Director, Housing Consortium of Everett and Snohomish County, per the Washington voters' pamphlet statement.

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Brad Bender

Republican

Top priorities
  • Reducing taxes and cutting wasteful government spending
  • Making life more affordable for working families and seniors

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Brad Bender describes himself as a blue-collar worker and small business owner who was born and raised in Washington, per his campaign site. He says he brings a small-business perspective to his run for the 38th Legislative District Senate seat, per his campaign site.

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Next on your ballotWashington House Position 1, Legislative District 38

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Washington Senate, Legislative District 38 in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Washington Senate, Legislative District 38 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: June Robinson and Brad Bender. Candidate information follows official Snohomish County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Washington Senate, Legislative District 38 election in Washington?

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

How do I see my exact Snohomish County ballot?

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Candidate roster from official Snohomish County and state election office filings, last verified September 29, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles
June Robinson, full profileBrad Bender, full profileOfficial Washington election office