2026 General Election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Washington House District 35, 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

Travis Couture

RepublicanIncumbent

In office now: State Representative, District 35 (since 2023)
Work: State Representative, 35th District (House Republican budget leader); licensed general contractor

Listed in the official Washington voters' pamphlet. Elected experience: State Representative, 35th District; House Republican Budget Leader

Travis Couture is the current state representative for the 35th District and the House Republican budget leader. He owns a small business as a licensed general contractor, served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Nebraska and USS Alabama, and was a program manager for defense assets supporting Naval Base Kitsap.

While families struggle, Olympia Democrats passed the largest tax increases in state history - including an income tax - and raided funds from a pension for retired first responders to fuel reckless spending. Meanwhile, soft-on-crime policies have made our communities less safe. I fought to hold criminals accountable, defend parental rights, and stop dangerous policies that put children at risk. …

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

Couture's experience

Elected experience: State Representative, 35th District; House Republican Budget Leader
Other professional experience: Small business owner and licensed general contractor; U.S. Navy veteran (USS Nebraska and USS Alabama); Former program manager overseeing $1B+ in defense assets supporting Naval Base Kitsap operations; Former operations director leading 100+ employees in disability services across Kitsap County
Community service: Supported community organizations including, but not limited to: Love INC, Kiwanis, Habitat for Humanity, Youth Connection, Turning Pointe Survivor Advocacy Center, and Care Net, along with local outreach supporting families, veterans, and individuals in need

Couture's education

Master of Business Administration
BA in Organizational Leadership — Brandman University

Couture's committees

Appropriations
Education

Sources for Couture

Online Voters' Guide, General Election November 3, 2026 (Washington Secretary of State, Public record)
Washington State Legislature: current member roster (Washington State Legislature (legislative web services), Public record)
Washington State Legislature: committee information (Washington State Legislature (legislative web services), Public record)

Maria Littlesun

Democratic

Work: Health care management and crisis response professional

Listed in the official Washington voters' pamphlet. Elected experience: I am a first time candidate.

Maria Littlesun has two decades of experience in health care management and crisis response in the 35th District. This is her first run for office.

As a social worker, crisis responder, and healthcare worker, I’ve seen the challenges our community faces. I'm running to ensure our district is Represented by someone who knows the struggles working families are facing and will fight to build a community where everyone can thrive. …

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

Littlesun's experience

Elected experience: I am a first time candidate.
Other professional experience: Two decades of experience in healthcare management, and crisis response in the 35th District.
Community service: Elders Day Program, Manager. Vulnerable Adult Protection Team, Manager. Squaxin Island Family Wellness Team Committee Member, supporting tribal Indian Child Welfare teams. Shelton School District Levy Renewal, 2026 Chair. Indian Education Parent Advisory for Shelton Schools, President.

Littlesun's education

Centralia College, Certified Nursing Assistant. Crisis First Responder Training.

Sources for Littlesun

Online Voters' Guide, General Election November 3, 2026 (Washington Secretary of State, Public record)

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.

Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:30 p.m. · Meet the candidates (held)

Speed Dating with the Candidates (LD35 and Mason County offices) · hosted by League of Women Voters of Mason County

Mason County Public Works, 12931 N. US Highway 101, Shelton

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

Sources

Candidate list and race details

GENERAL 2026 Candidate List (VoteWA, election 899) (Washington Secretary of State, Public record)

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