Washington State House District 49 Pos. 2
State Representative Term: 2 years Salary: $72,494Washington's House of Representatives has 98 members; two from each legislative district in the state. Representatives are elected to two-year terms, so the total membership of the House is up for election each even-numbered year.During legislative sessions, the Legislature is called upon to: enact or reject legislation affecting public policy in the state; provide for the levy and collection of taxes and other revenue to support state government and assist local government; and appropriate funds for these purposes. The House also has the exclusive power to bring impeachment proceedings. Although laws are enacted only when the Legislature is convened in formal session, policy issues and the general operation of state and local government are under continuous review by legislators serving on permanent and interim study committees.
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Monica Jurado Stonier
(Dem)
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Derek Thompson
(Rep)
What would be your top budget priorities, and where would you look for additional revenue OR savings if reductions became necessary?
What actions, if any, should Washington state take to strengthen public confidence in elections and civic participation?
What do you see as the most effective state-level strategies to improve public safety in Washington state?
What role, if any, should Washington state play in supporting local journalism and ensuring access to reliable local news and information?
What changes to the Washington state redistricting process, if any, would you support for 2031?
What is the greatest challenge facing your legislative district, and what role should state government play in addressing it?
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My top priorities- Making sure our tax dollars actually help people in their daily lives. This starts with addressing the homelessness crisis by investing in solutions that work and supporting our schools by actively encouraging more parental involvement. I want to see government run more efficiently not just bigger. If we need to cut costs I'll start by auditing state agencies to trim waste and unnecessary bureaucracy, not by cutting services families rely on. We should be looking at how we manage what we already have before asking taxpayers for more. My focus is simple, smart spending that puts families and our community first. Ensuring that every dollar spent earns is necessary
We need to take the mystery out of our elections to bring back trust. I support common sense steps like more transparency and how votes are counted and making it easier for folks to observe the process. But it's not just about the mechanics it's about engagement. When we encourage more town halls and local discussions people feel connected again. Participation thrives when citizens know their voice is truly heard and matters. If and when the. see that the process is open honest and easy to understand. Transparency is the best way to prove that our system works for everyone, not just for those who run it
improving public safety Public safety isn't just about police presence it's about building strong neighborhoods. I believe in giving law enforcement the tools they need to do their jobs effectively. We also have to focus on the root causes of crime, which means supporting mental health resources and community programs that keep our citizens on the right path.A safe community is one where neighbors look out for one another and where people feel secure in their homes and businesses. We need a balanced approach that focuses on both prevention and real accountability to keep our streets safe for our families. In turn people will be willing to support and interact with our local law enforcement
Local news is the glue that holds a community together until we find out what's happening in our own backyard. From City Council decisions to school events, I don't believe the government should be in the business of controlling the news but we should make sure that small independent local outlets have a fair playing field to survive. Access to honest local information is vital for a healthy democracy. When we lose our local news we lose our connection to each other and our ability to hold leaders accountable. We need to protect the flow of reliable local facts.
redistricting process for 2031 the current way maps are drawn feels too much like insiders picking their own voters . I support a process that is truly independent and transparent keeping politics far away from the press. Lines should be drawn based on communities of interest not on which party will gain an advantage. People deserve to live in districts that actually make sense and represent their geographic and social ties. When we stop allowing politicians to choose their voters we ensure that every single vote carries the same weight and that our representatives are actually listening to us.
The biggest challenge we face is the growing gap between the cost of living and what families are actually taking home This hits us in a few ways it fuels our homelessness crisis it makes it harder for parents to focus on their kids education when they're just trying to keep the lights on Government's role here is to stop adding to the burden and start focusing on the basics we need to create an environment where small businesses can grow and families can afford to stay here By focusing on economic stability we tackle the root of the homelessness and education issues giving our community the breathing room it needs to thrive.
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