Rep. Suzanne Schmidt, 4th District

Welcome to my website! Thank you for the opportunity to serve as your state representative. It is an honor and a privilege to represent the 4th Legislative District.

We have many challenges before us. Citizens are facing unprecedented inflation, high crime rates, and continual government overreach. I am focused on lowering taxes to make life more affordable, protecting our communities and families, while holding state government and the governor accountable.

Olympia is out of touch and doesn’t understand what we need here in Eastern Washington. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and do not need Puget Sound politics. It is time to reduce the bureaucratic regulations and taxes on our small employers. Hardworking families are struggling while the state has seen record revenues and continues to increase taxes while implementing more unnecessary programs. My business background can help our small employers and state economy thrive.

With common-sense solutions and working together, we can maintain and improve the quality of life in Washington state.

Rep. Suzanne Schmidt
R-Spokane Valley
(360) 786-7820 | suzanne.schmidt@leg.wa.gov
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Election-year restrictions prohibit me from updating my website until after the November 2026 election. However, you are still welcome to contact me anytime.

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The 2026 session ends: Budgets, taxes, and affordability – and what the new income tax means for Washington | Rep. Suzanne Schmidt

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Schmidt bills signed into law, advancing safety, fairness, and efficiency in Washington

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Reps. Suzanne Schmidt and Mike Volz: Washington’s no-income-tax advantage is real. We should not give it up.

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Majority party passes state income tax after marathon debate. Why I voted “NO!” | Rep. Suzanne Schmidt

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My Priorities

Protecting our communities by prioritizing public safety

Washington state continues to rank last in the nation in terms of the number of police officers per thousand people while crime rates are on the rise. We need to support our law enforcement officers who put their life on the line every day and provide them the necessary tools they need to do their jobs effectively. This can be done while ensuring we have accountability in our justice system. Everyone deserves to feel safe in their homes and neighborhoods.

Fixing the public safety crisis

Reducing your cost of living

Washington state has the 3rd highest gas prices in the nation; the 4th highest groceries; 4th most expensive housing; 7th most costly child care; and 3rd highest cost of living. At the same time, our state has received unprecedented tax revenue over the past several years. The Legislature should be cutting taxes to give some relief for hard-working families. Prioritizing affordability and providing some local control of our tax dollars will ensure the best return for our working families instead of increasing spending and growing our state government.

Washington's affordability crisis - the FACTS!

Standing up for Washington's employers and employees

Supporting small businesses, local employers, and a strong workforce continues to be a top priority. Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, but rising costs, increased regulations, and uncertainty make it harder for them to grow and hire. I am focused on practical solutions that reduce unnecessary red tape, improve communication between government and employers, and create a more predictable environment for job creators. At the same time, it is important to ensure workers have access to opportunity while maintaining fairness in programs that affect both employees and employers. Listening to business owners and workers across the district helps shape policies that support economic growth, encourage family-wage jobs, and keep our communities strong and competitive.

My bills to advance safety, fairnes, and efficiency in Washington signed into law