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2026 General Election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Washington House District 13, Position 2

2 candidates, listed alphabetically.

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Washington uses a top-two primary: the two candidates with the most votes in the August 4 primary advanced, regardless of party preference.

Candidates

Deanna Martinez

Republican

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Registered nurse; former Moses Lake City Council member

Listed in the official Washington voters' pamphlet. Elected experience: As a former Moses Lake City Council member, I understand the needs of local communities. I'll bring that experience to Olympia helping local government retain control of their decision making.

Deanna Martinez is a registered nurse with more than 30 years of experience in rural communities. She formerly served on the Moses Lake City Council and worked as a campaign assistant for Rep. Alex Ybarra.

I'm running for office to overturn the burdensome taxes imposed on citizens of the 13th district. My top priority is abolishing the unconstitutional income tax the Democrat majority sold us as a "millionaire's tax" — a policy that will drive business out of Washington and stunt economic growth, making our state even less affordable. …

Candidate's statement in the official Washington voters' pamphlet · Washington Secretary of State

Martinez's experience

  • Elected experience: As a former Moses Lake City Council member, I understand the needs of local communities. I'll bring that experience to Olympia helping local government retain control of their decision making.
  • Other professional experience: I'm a Registered Nurse with over 30 years experience caring for and about our rural communities in the 13th district. Former campaign assistant for Representative Alex Ybarra, providing critical support.
  • Community service: I've always given back to my community by volunteering with various organizations like Boys and Girls Club, Columbia Basin Cancer foundation, Soroptimists, Grant County Fair, Kiwanis and church projects and events.

Martinez's education

  • Big Bend Community College/Columbia Basin College- ADN Registered Nurse

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Joshua Thompson

Republican

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Engineer and consultant (technical, digital marketing and cybersecurity); Ellensburg City Council member

Listed in the official Washington voters' pamphlet. Elected experience: Ellensburg City Councilmember, three term Precinct Committee Officer for the Kittitas County Republican Party. Voted as a delegate to represent the Kittitas County delegation to the Republican State Convention in 2024.

Joshua Thompson has worked 20 years as an engineer and consultant on technical, digital marketing and cybersecurity projects. He serves on the Ellensburg City Council and is a three-term Republican precinct committee officer.

As an Ellensburg City Councilmember, I've built a reputation as a principled conservative leader, supporting families, small businesses, and common-sense government. I've worked hard to bring accountability and transparency while standing up for the values and priorities of Central Washington citizens. I will fight for your Constitutional rights every day in Olympia. …

Candidate's statement in the official Washington voters' pamphlet · Washington Secretary of State

Thompson's experience

  • Elected experience: Ellensburg City Councilmember, three term Precinct Committee Officer for the Kittitas County Republican Party. Voted as a delegate to represent the Kittitas County delegation to the Republican State Convention in 2024.
  • Other professional experience: I've spent 20 years working on technical, digital marketing, and cybersecurity projects as an engineer and consultant. During my career I have helped small and large businesses tackle difficult issues. I know how to jump into complex issues and find solutions.
  • Community service: Volunteered to coached 7th grade basketball, youth baseball, as well as umpired games.

Thompson's education

  • Eastern Oregon University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business/Economics, graduated in 2006.

Sources for Thompson

Forums and debates

Public events where you can see the candidates, from the hosts' own announcements. Check the host's page for changes before you go.

  • Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 5 p.m. · Candidate forum (held)

    General election candidate forum: Lower Kittitas County (LD13 Rep. Pos. 2, sheriff, prosecutor, coroner) · hosted by League of Women Voters (listed on VOTE411)

    Hal Holmes Community Center, 209 N. Ruby St., Ellensburg

    Details (VOTE411 (League of Women Voters Education Fund))

  • Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 5 p.m. · Candidate forum (held)

    General election candidate forum: Upper Kittitas County (LD13 Rep. Pos. 2, sheriff, prosecutor, coroner) · hosted by League of Women Voters (listed on VOTE411)

    Roslyn Masonic Hall, 122 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn

    Details (VOTE411 (League of Women Voters Education Fund))

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