State
State Senator, 38th 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
Brad BenderPrefers Republican Party
- Pledges to make Washington a low-tax state
- Opposes tax increases to cover state spending
June RobinsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Led Senate tax reform asking millionaires to pay more
- Voted for SB 6346, the 2026 tax on millionairesIn office
- Sponsored the 2025–27 state operating budgetIn office
Education
Brad BenderPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
June RobinsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Supports smaller class sizes and higher teacher pay
Housing
Brad BenderPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
June RobinsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Supports record investment in affordable housing and behavioral health
Economy & jobs
Brad BenderPrefers Republican Party
- Pledges to keep small businesses from leaving the state
June RobinsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Sponsored expansion of paid family and medical leave eligibility
Health & human services
Brad BenderPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
June RobinsonPrefers Democratic Party
- Sponsored bill setting minimum hospital staffing levels
- Supports protecting abortion access in Washington
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; 5 issues covered in this race.