Drew MacEwen
2023 - Present
2027
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Drew MacEwen (Republican Party) is a member of the Washington State Senate, representing District 35. He assumed office on January 9, 2023. His current term ends on January 11, 2027.
MacEwen (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the Washington State Senate to represent District 35. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
Drew MacEwen served in the U.S. Navy from 1992 to 1998. He earned a high school diploma from Sheboygan Falls High in 1992, a bachelor's degree from the State University of New York, Albany in 1997, and a bachelor's degree from Excelsior College in 1997. His career experience includes working in the investment business.[1]
Committee assignments
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2023-2024
MacEwen was assigned to the following committees:
- Business, Financial Services & Trade Committee
- Environment, Energy & Technology Committee
- Labor, Commerce & Tribal Affairs Committee
- Senate Transportation Committee
- Economic Development & International Relations Committee
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2021-2022
MacEwen was assigned to the following committees:
- Appropriations Committee, Asst. ranking minority member
- Capital Budget Committee
- Commerce & Gaming Committee, Ranking minority member
- Joint Administrative Rules Review Committee
- Joint Veterans' and Military Affairs Committee
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2019-2020
MacEwen was assigned to the following committees:
- Commerce & Gaming Committee, Ranking Minority Member
- Appropriations Committee, Assistant Ranking Minority Member
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2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
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• Appropriations |
• Capital Budget |
• Health Care and Wellness |
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, MacEwen served on the following committees:
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• Appropriations |
• General Government and Information Technology, Ranking Minority Member |
2013-2014
In the 2013-2014 legislative session, MacEwen served on the following committees:
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• Agriculture and Natural Resources |
• Business and Financial Services |
• Capital Budget |
• Early Learning and Human Services |
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2026
See also: Washington State Senate elections, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for Washington State Senate District 35
Incumbent Drew MacEwen is running in the general election for Washington State Senate District 35 on November 3, 2026.
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2024
See also: Washington's 6th Congressional District election, 2024
Washington's 6th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 6 top-two primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Washington District 6
Emily Randall defeated Drew MacEwen in the general election for U.S. House Washington District 6 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Emily Randall (D) | 56.7 | 239,687 |
![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) | 43.1 | 182,182 | |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 753 |
Total votes: 422,622 | ||||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House Washington District 6
Emily Randall and Drew MacEwen defeated Hilary Franz, Janis Clark, and J. Graham Ralston in the primary for U.S. House Washington District 6 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Emily Randall (D) | 34.3 | 80,249 |
✔ | ![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) | 30.2 | 70,513 |
![]() | Hilary Franz (D) | 24.7 | 57,824 | |
![]() | Janis Clark (R) | 7.6 | 17,665 | |
![]() | J. Graham Ralston (Independent) ![]() | 3.1 | 7,235 | |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 188 |
Total votes: 233,674 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Kate Dean (D)
- Derek Kilmer (D)
- Elizabeth Kreiselmaier (R)
Endorsements
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2022
See also: Washington State Senate elections, 2022
General election
General election for Washington State Senate District 35
Drew MacEwen defeated Julianne Gale in the general election for Washington State Senate District 35 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) ![]() | 56.1 | 41,828 |
![]() | Julianne Gale (D) ![]() | 43.8 | 32,705 | |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 74 |
Total votes: 74,607 | ||||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Washington State Senate District 35
Drew MacEwen and Julianne Gale advanced from the primary for Washington State Senate District 35 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) ![]() | 55.0 | 27,174 |
✔ | ![]() | Julianne Gale (D) ![]() | 44.9 | 22,211 |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 57 |
Total votes: 49,442 | ||||
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Drew MacEwen did not file to run for re-election.
2020
See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2
Incumbent Drew MacEwen defeated Darcy Huffman in the general election for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) | 56.4 | 47,618 |
![]() | Darcy Huffman (D) ![]() | 43.4 | 36,668 | |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 115 |
Total votes: 84,401 | ||||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2
Incumbent Drew MacEwen and Darcy Huffman defeated Earl Burt in the primary for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2 on August 4, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) | 55.1 | 30,723 |
✔ | ![]() | Darcy Huffman (D) ![]() | 42.2 | 23,506 |
Earl Burt (Shortstop) | 2.6 | 1,433 | ||
Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 75 |
Total votes: 55,737 | ||||
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2018
See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2018
General election
General election for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2
Incumbent Drew MacEwen defeated David Daggett in the general election for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) | 51.2 | 33,320 |
![]() | David Daggett (D) | 48.8 | 31,738 |
Total votes: 65,058 | ||||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2
David Daggett and incumbent Drew MacEwen advanced from the primary for Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2 on August 7, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | David Daggett (D) | 50.6 | 18,666 |
✔ | ![]() | Drew MacEwen (R) | 49.4 | 18,202 |
Total votes: 36,868 | ||||
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2016
Elections for the Washington House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election was held on August 2, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was May 20, 2016.
Incumbent Drew MacEwen defeated Craig Patti in the Washington House of Representatives, District 35-Position 2 general election.[2]
Washington House of Representatives, District 35-Position 2 General Election, 2016 | ||||
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Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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54.21% | 35,384 | |
Independent Democrat | Craig Patti | 45.79% | 29,888 | |
Total Votes | 65,272 | |||
Source: Washington Secretary of State |
Incumbent Drew MacEwen and Craig Patti were unopposed in the Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2 top two primary.[3][4]
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2014
Elections for the Washington House of Representatives took place in 2014. A blanket primary election took place on August 5, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was May 17, 2014. Tammey Newton (D) and incumbent Drew MacEwen (R) were unopposed in the primary. Newton was defeated by MacEwen in the general election.[5][6][7]
2012
MacEwen won election in the 2012 election for Washington House of Representatives, District 35-Position 2. MacEwen advanced past the August 7 blanket primary election and defeated Lynda Ring-Erickson (D) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[8][9]
Campaign themes
2026
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2024
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Campaign website
MacEwen’s campaign website stated the following:
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Senator Drew MacEwen is a staunch advocate for us and our priorities. He’s ready to tackle the critical issues that directly impact the well-being and prosperity of our community and nation. Drew’s proven, proactive approach will help him get the job done for us in Congress – just like it did in Olympia.
Senator MacEwen believes in fostering a strong economy through a fair, consistent, and clear tax and regulation system. He envisions revitalizing manufacturing in our district and across America by offering incentives and creating opportunity zones.
Nothing is more important than our national security. We must rebuild our Navy. America needs an ambitious shipbuilding program to add 50 submarines to our fleet. Drew will fight to restore America’s naval dominance as well as get our troops the best equipment and training available.
Senator MacEwen will secure our borders and reform immigration laws. That means halting illegal border crossings while promoting a healthy, legal immigration system that grows and strengthens our nation.
To make our workforce stronger, Senator MacEwen will focus on rebuilding the trades, aviation, and maritime jobs. He proposes offering specialized schooling in these areas at military bases worldwide for dependents of military personnel.
A strong education system is essential to our society and Senator MacEwen has been a consistent voice for students, teachers, and parents. His efforts include supporting initiatives that enhance educational opportunities, provide more resources for teachers, and ensure every student has access to quality education.
We need transparency in health care. Senator MacEwen believes providers should be required to publish the cost of procedures, empowering patients to make informed decisions. Drew will overhaul Medicare so it aligns with our 21st century health care needs.
It’s time to bring back fiscal responsibility on Capitol Hill. Senator MacEwen will fight to pass a budget and outline a plan to get the budget balanced over the next decade through serious reforms. He also supports a biennium budget with deadlines. If these deadlines aren’t met – Congress should be the first to go without payment. [10] |
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—Drew MacEwen’s campaign website (2024)[11] |
2022
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|- Ensure we have a strong state economy
- Ensure we have a robust and effective K12 education system.
- Ensure we properly fund and support public safety
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2020
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2012
MacEwen's campaign website listed the following issues:[12]
- Jobs
- Excerpt: "This district has not had any leadership when it comes to promoting, retaining, or attracting businesses. We need to look at the fairness of the uniform application of the B & O Tax, changing state law so that local jurisdictions can create TIF districts, and elect people that create and not pontificate."
- Education
- Excerpt: "Throwing money at the problem does not equate to success for students. Competition in the form of charter schools, vouchers, and measurable results for students, teachers, and administrators will be a good start."
- Reform State Government
- Excerpt: "If it can be done at the same quality level or better at a lower price outside the state walls of Olympia, then the state should not be involved.[ ]With Republican leadership in the State House we can balance the budget on time without special session after special session."
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2024
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In 2024, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 8 to March 7.
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2023
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In 2023, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 9 to April 23.
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2022
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In 2022, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 10 to March 10.
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2021
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In 2021, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 11 to April 25.
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2020
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In 2020, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 13 to March 12.
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2019
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In 2019, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 14 through April 28.
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2018
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In 2018, the Washington State Legislature, second session, was in session from January 8 through March 8.
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2017
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In 2017, the Washington State Legislature, first session, was in session from January 9 through April 23. There were also special sessions. The first special session was April 24 through May 23. The second special session was May 23 through June 21. The third special session was June 21 through July 20.
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2016
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In 2016, the 64th Washington State Legislature, second session, was in session from January 11 through March 10. The legislature held a special session from March 11 to March 29 to pass a supplemental budget.
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2015
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In 2015, the 64th Washington State Legislature, first session, was in session from January 12 through April 24. The legislature was in special session from April 29 to May 28, May 29 to June 27 and June 28 to July 10.[13]
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2014
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In 2014, the 63rd Washington State Legislature, second session, was in session from January 13 to March 14.[14]
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2013
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In 2013, the 63rd Washington State Legislature, first session, was in session from January 14 to April 29.
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Missed Votes Report
- See also: Washington House of Representatives and Washington State Senate
In March 2014, Washington Votes, a legislative information website, released its annual Missed Votes Report, which provides detailed missed roll call votes on bills for every state legislator during the 2014 legislative session.[15] The 2014 regular session included a total of 515 votes in the State House and 396 in the State Senate, as well as 1,372 bills introduced total in the legislature and 237 bills passed. Out of all roll call votes, 90 individual legislators did not miss any votes. Three individual legislators missed more than 50 votes.[15] MacEwen missed 0 votes in a total of 1211 roll calls.
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2026 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on July 5, 2022
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "General Election Results 2016," accessed December 2, 2016
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "2016 Candidates Who Have Filed," accessed May 23, 2016
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "August 2, 2016 Primary Results," accessed August 25, 2016
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "2014 Candidates Who Have Filed," accessed May 20, 2014
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "August 5, 2014, Official Primary Results," accessed August 5, 2014
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "Official general election results, 2014," accessed December 2, 2014
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "2012 Primary Candidates," accessed April 17, 2014
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "August 07, 2012 Primary Results - Legislative - All Results," accessed August 15, 2012
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Vote Drew Mac, “Issues,” accessed July 21, 2024
- ↑ Drew MacEwen, "Campaign website," accessed August 3, 2012
- ↑ Multi State, "2015 State Legislative Session Dates," accessed July 13, 2015
- ↑ StateScape, "Session schedules," accessed July 23, 2014
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 Washington Policy Center, "2014 Missed Votes Report for Legislators Released," March 18, 2014
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Preceded by Tim Sheldon (D) |
Washington State Senate District 35 2023-Present |
Succeeded by - |
Preceded by - |
Washington House of Representatives District 35-Position 2 2013-2023 |
Succeeded by Travis Couture (R) |