Washington State House District 17, Position 2

Current seat holder: David Stuebe.

Diana H. Perez

Diana H. Perez Elected experience: Vancouver City Council, 2022-present, where I focus on public safety, affordable housing, fiscal responsibility, listening, and bringing people together; Professional experience: Small business owner, USDA Forest Service; 30+ years public lands and natural resource management as a biologist, deputy monument manager, and acting district ranger.

· WA Secretary of State 2026 Voters' Pamphlet

Campaign site

“As your legislator I will lead with purpose, integrity, and results. Through service on city council and in the Forest Service, I’ve built a strong record of collaboration, problem-solving, and earning trust across our community.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“I’m running for State House to make life more affordable by lowering housing costs, modernizing infrastructure, investing in public schools, improving access to healthcare and childcare, and supporting first responders who keep our communities safe.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“The people of the 17th legislative district deserve a full-time Representative who is working for them. I am that leader and will focus on the fundamentals: affordability, safe communities, reliable infrastructure, and an economy that works for all where every person, family, and community feels included, respected, and has the opportunity to succeed.” (Campaign website (electdianaperez.com))

David Stuebe

David Stuebe Elected experience: Current Washington State Representative, 17th District, Mayor of Washougal, HS President, College Vice President and Interfraternity President and Eagle Scout; Professional experience: USMC Colonel,. Education: BA Degree, Political Science.

· Official legislative page · WA Secretary of State 2026 Voters' Pamphlet

Campaign site

“Education BA Degree, Political Science Community Service Serving on many city, community and county boards. I truly care and want results.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“Statement I’m committed to strengthening public safety, expanding affordable housing, and holding our state government accountable to the people it serves. With affordability as the top issue facing working families, Southwest Washington needs practical leadership focused on lowering costs, not raising taxes.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“I was appointed to the Washougal City Council in 2021, later served as mayor pro tem, and became mayor in 2022. Voters elected me to the state House in 2024, where I serve on the Local Government, Environment & Energy, Health Care & Wellness, and Transportation committees.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))