BIAW-Endorsed Candidates

Washington’s general election will include several State Supreme Court candidates supported by BIAW. Members can use the resources below to learn about the candidates and make informed voting decisions.

BIAW-supported State Supreme Court candidates

• Position 1: Scott Edwards finished second behind appointed incumbent Justice Colleen Melody, securing a place in the general election. Edwards attended CWHBA’s May Meet & Greet.
• Position 3: Judge David Stevens of Mason County Superior Court led the field and advanced to the November election.
• Position 4: Judge Sean O’Donnell of King County Superior Court automatically advanced because only two candidates filed for the position. O’Donnell attended CWHBA’s May Meet & Greet.
• Position 5: Retired Judge Dave Larson earned one of the two general election positions and will continue his campaign this fall. Larson attended CWHBA’s October Meet & Greet.
• Position 7: Todd Bloom advanced to the November election. Bloom attended CWHBA’s October Meet & Greet.

https://www.biaw.com/news/biaw-general-election-voters-guide-26

Learn more before voting

The Washington Policy Center hosted several candidate debates recorded by TVW. Members can watch the debates and explore additional candidate information through the Washington Supreme Court Voter Guide.

BIAW has also published its general election voters guide covering endorsed legislative and judicial candidates. For more information about incumbent legislators, review BIAW’s Biennial Legislative Scorecard.

https://www.biaw.com/biaw-score-card

Save the date: Housing on the Hill Day

Housing on the Hill Day will return on February 10, 2027. This annual advocacy event gives housing professionals an opportunity to engage on the policies affecting homebuilding and housing across Washington.

Register here: https://www.biaw.com/events/legislative-action-day