2024 Spokane County Elections

Wondering who will appear on your ballot this August? Last week, all candidates seeking elected office were required to file with the county elections department. This year brought more action than normal, beginning with the retirement of Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers. In total, 11 candidates filed for the now open congressional seat, including several who hold other locally elected positions.

The retirement of Senator Mike Padden in the 4th Legislative District attracted 6 candidates to the open seat, including sitting Representative Leonard Christian. That in turn leaves open House seat Position 2, for which 6 candidates also filed.

New representation will also come to the 3rd and 7th Legislative Districts, with Senator Billig and Representatives Kretz and Maycumber electing not to seek re-election.

Statewide races of note include 28 candidates for Governor, 11 for US Senate, 7 for Commissioner of Public Lands, and 9 for Insurance Commissioner.

In the coming weeks the SHBA PAC Endorsement Committee will review submitted questionnaires and interview candidates. For more information about the PAC or to see a detailed list of races to watch, visit shba.com/elections. If you'd like to get involved please contact Kelly Lotze at klotze@shba.com or 509-954-0104.