Washington State House District 16, Position 2

Current seat holder: Skyler Rude.

Skyler Rude

Skyler Rude ( Republican Party ) is a member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing District 16-Position 2. He assumed office on January 14, 2019.

· Official legislative page

Campaign site

“Since joining the Legislature in 2019, he has built a reputation for bipartisan leadership focused on practical solutions and strong local representation. Skyler’s priorities include improving educational outcomes, supporting public safety, strengthening the local economy, and protecting services for vulnerable populations.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“In today’s political climate, we’re all aware of a growing divide between our two major political parties. Extreme ideology on either side is unproductive in our state legislature.” (Campaign website (electskylerrude.com))
“His legislative priorities include ensuring high-quality educational opportunity for all Washington children, a healthy business climate that allows all business to thrive, and improved service delivery for our most vulnerable populations.” (Campaign website (electskylerrude.com))

Derek Sarley

Derek Sarley Elected experience: Board of Directors of Walla Walla Public Schools since 2015, where we’ve raised graduation rates, expanded academic and extracurricular opportunities for students, increased family engagement, and earned recognition as School Board of the Year. I’ve completed four terms as board president, advocated for our students as legislative representative, and served as president of WSSDA, representing all 295 Washington school districts; Professional experience: 25 years in small business leadership, helping grow a small PR agency into a 100-person firm serving clients nationwide.

· WA Secretary of State 2026 Voters' Pamphlet

Campaign site

“Washington is in a deep budget hole. Each year brings new taxes combined with cuts to priority areas like childcare and education.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“I have the experience of 25 years in business and 10 years in responsive local government. As your representative, I will bring conviction and change to Olympia.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“For the last decade, I’ve also served on the Walla Walla School Board, where we’ve raised graduation rates, expanded student opportunities, modernized curriculum, increased family engagement, and earned recognition as Washington’s School Board of the Year.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))