Michelle Bennett
Former police chief in the district with an education doctorate. Opposes the record state tax increase and wants stronger schools, safer communities and measurable results from state spending.
5th Legislative District
King County. 4 candidates, in alphabetical order, on Washington's Nov. 3, 2026 general election ballot. Summaries are paraphrased from each candidate's own statement in Washington's voters' guide.
Take the Washington quizGuess each candidate's party from their photo alone.
State House, Legislative District 5, Pos. 1
Zach Hall
First-term state rep and former legislative staffer. Passed bipartisan bills to lower energy costs; backs SR 18 safety work, housing reform, school funding, child care and health care.
State House, Legislative District 5, Pos. 2
Lisa Callan
Incumbent state rep and former Boeing engineer. Prioritizes public schools, youth mental health, workforce housing, gun safety, reproductive freedom, child care and a fairer tax code.
Patrick Peacock
23-year Army intelligence veteran with two Afghanistan tours. Opposes a state income tax and high fuel taxes; argues one-party rule has failed on housing, schools and crime.
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