Washington State House District 45, Position 2

Current seat holder: Larry Springer.

Vanessa Kritzer

Vanessa Kritzer Elected experience: Redmond City Councilmember (2020–present); Council President (2024–2025); Council Vice President (2022–2023); Democratic PCO (2017–Present); Professional experience: Executive Director, Washington Association of Land Trusts. Previously worked at Microsoft, League of Conservation Voters, and Latin America Working Group. Education: Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Washington; BA, Vassar College.

· WA Secretary of State 2026 Voters' Pamphlet

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“As a mom with experience in government, nonprofits, and tech, I have the skills and perspective to champion our community’s priorities. On the Redmond City Council, I’ve delivered affordable housing, expanded bike paths and transit, increased public safety, and accelerated climate action.” (WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)
“At a time when our fundamental rights are under attack across the country, Washington must lead. She brings experience working on federal international human rights and immigration policy and has been an outspoken leader on City Council in defending our communities.” (Campaign website (electvanessakritzer.com))

John P Gibbons

John P. Gibbons ( Republican Party ) is running for election to the Washington House of Representatives to represent District 45-Position 2. He advanced from the primary on August 4, 2026.

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