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Skagit County Auditor

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The auditor runs the county's elections, records property documents and licenses, and keeps the county's books.

Government & transparency

  • Jeremy Harrison-SmithPrefers Democratic Party

    • Pledges to protect Skagit County's vote-by-mail system
    • Supports expanding language access and outreach
    • Proposes modernizing financial systems and customer service
  • Mark HulstPrefers Independent Party

    • Pledges nonpartisan, consistent administration of vote-by-mail
    • Pledges operational efficiency and staff development
    • Pledges an Auditor's Office run without politics

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