For Immediate Release
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Contact: Justin Matheson
jmatheson@axiomstrategies.com

Rolls out impressive list of local business, agricultural, and Republican endorsements

Pasco, WA – On the heels of former State Treasurer Duane Davidson withdrawing from the race in State House, business advocate Stephanie Barnard announces her run for State House District 8 (Position 1), with Duane’s support and other local Republican leaders.

“I’ve been at the frontline with local businesses combating unnecessary regulations and mandates. I can’t sit back and watch disastrous policies continue to erode our economy, our families’ budgets, and our liberties. I decided it was time to do something about it and I’m pleased to announce my candidacy for WA Legislative District 8. As your Representative, I will be committed to lowering taxes, growing a prepared workforce, strengthening public safety measures, protecting our agricultural community and Snake River dams.”

Stephanie’s early endorsements include: Former WA State Treasurer Duane Davidson, Senator Mark Scheosler, 9th LD; Senator Perry Dozier, 16th LD; Representative Mark Klicker, 16th LD; Representative Skyler Rude, 16th LD; Treasurer Josie Koelzer, Franklin County; Commissioner Shon Small, Benton County; James Alford; Paula and Robert Andelin; Bill Bryant; Gigi Calaway; Tony and Amy Christensen; Erica Corrales; Dan and Shelley Elenbaas; Apollo Fuhriman; Cindy Goulet; Bill Lampson; Kate Lampson; Chris and Ross Montierth; Nikki Ownbey; Jodi and Bob Richey; Verna and Javier Ruiz; Pete Taggares; Bob and Krista Whitelatch.

Stephanie Barnard has called the Tri-Cities home for 30 years. Stephanie is head of government affairs for the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce. She leads advocacy efforts through the Local Government Affairs Committee and the Tri-Cities Legislative Council, to advance policies, develop solutions, and support positions that strengthen business and optimize the region’s economy and quality of life. She is well-known for building coalitions around key issues, developing public/private relationships and comprehensive community outreach efforts.

A mother of 6 with 20 marathons under her belt, she currently lives in Pasco with her two teenage children. Read more at StephanieforWA.com.
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