Arizona State House District 6

Current seat holder: Mae Peshlakai, Myron Tsosie.

Mae Peshlakai

Mae Peshlakai (Democratic Party) is a member of the Arizona House of Representatives, representing District 6. She assumed office on January 9, 2023.

· Official legislative page · Ballotpedia

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Education: “Representative Mae Peshlakai is seeking a third term in the State House. Overcoming her experience as a federal boarding school survivor, she has become an internationally celebrated artist and a revered elder dedicated to preserving and sharing Indigenous knowledge.” (Campaign website)
Education: “We must repeal the universal voucher program, pay teachers and staff a fair wage, and support our students' mental health. We must once again prioritize public education in our state. Our legislature is one of the only guardrails to this injustice.” (Campaign website)
Healthcare: “Healthcare is a human right, and providing that care is the responsibility of the government. Healthcare on Tribal lands is mandated by treaties and we must respect those treaties. Additionally, let us expand on that idea. Healthcare should be a right for everyone.” (Campaign website)

Ian Teller

Ian Teller is a Democratic candidate for Arizona House of Representatives District 6 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

· Arizona Secretary of State

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Education: “He is a Democrat running for State Representative in Legislative District 6. Ian plans to fight for strong schools, safe housing, an affordable Arizona and a sustainable future for Tribal and rural families.” (Campaign website)
Education: “Support Ian Teller, a Diné leader from Arizona, running for State Representative to promote education, safe housing, and sustainability for Tribal and rural communities.” (Campaign website)
Priorities & Governance: “Ian Teller is a Diné leader from Tsaile, Arizona with a background in community advocacy and youth engagement.” (Campaign website)

Brendan Trachsel

Brendan Trachsel earned a bachelor's degree from Northern Arizona University in 2023 and a graduate degree from Northern Arizona University in 2026. His career experience includes working in higher education.

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Farms & rural: “In addition to the policies above and environmental protections including "forever chemical" testing of farmland and rural food access, I believe we need to improve our system of government so Arizonans who do not share the same letter next to their representative's name (Dem, Rep, etc.) are not left voiceless.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026))

Royce "Rj" Mark Jenkins

Royce "Rj" Mark Jenkins is a Republican candidate for Arizona House of Representatives District 6 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

· Arizona Secretary of State