State
State Senator, 30th Legislative District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on Washington laws and the state budget and confirms many of the Governor's appointments.
Taxes & budget
Michael RutlandPrefers Republican Party
- Opposes new income taxes
- Supports responsible budgeting instead of higher taxes
Claire WilsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Sponsored higher capital gains and estate tax rates for educationIn office
Public safety
Michael RutlandPrefers Republican Party
- Supports law enforcement and addressing repeat offenses
Claire WilsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Voted for police pay raises and more officer training
Education
Michael RutlandPrefers Republican Party
- Supports high academic standards and parental involvement
Claire WilsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Sponsored a law creating the PreK Promise accountIn office
- Sponsored changes to child care and early childhood programsIn office
Housing
Michael RutlandPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
Claire WilsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Supports affordable housing for seniors and low-income families
Roads & infrastructure
Michael RutlandPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
Claire WilsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Secured $7.5 million for Pacific after flooding
Government & transparency
Michael RutlandPrefers Republican Party
- Proposes fewer one-size-fits-all state mandates on local governments
Claire WilsonPrefers Democratic Party
No documented position found.
Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 6 issues covered in this race.