Gretchen Rydin
Gretchen Rydin (Democratic Party) is a member of the Colorado House of Representatives, representing District 38. She assumed office on January 8, 2025. Her current term ends on January 12, 2027.
Rydin (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the Colorado House of Representatives to represent District 38. She declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on June 30, 2026.[source]
Biography
Gretchen Rydin earned a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University in 2006 and a graduate degree from Howard University in 2018. Her career experience includes working as a therapist and social worker.[1]
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2026
See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on June 30, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 38
Incumbent Gretchen Rydin is running in the Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 38 on June 30, 2026.
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2024
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General election
General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 38
Gretchen Rydin defeated Jeffrey Patty in the general election for Colorado House of Representatives District 38 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Gretchen Rydin (D) | 54.6 | 29,577 |
 | Jeffrey Patty (R) | 45.4 | 24,623 | |
| Total votes: 54,200 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Brandon McDowell (L)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 38
Gretchen Rydin advanced from the Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 38 on June 25, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Gretchen Rydin | 100.0 | 8,051 |
| Total votes: 8,051 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 38
Jeffrey Patty advanced from the Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 38 on June 25, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jeffrey Patty | 100.0 | 5,576 |
| Total votes: 5,576 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
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In addition, I have spent nearly 15 years in human rights advocacy and community service and will bring that experience to the State House in order to tackle the complex issues facing not only HD 38, but Colorado. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC). I earned a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University and a master’s degree in social work from Howard University. I am a therapist specializing in trauma and addiction, counseling individuals, couples, and groups.
I am a servant leader and try to give back to my community as often as possible through the arts and volunteering at schools that offer classical music programs.- As a mental health professional, I am advocate for access to mental health services including treatment for addiction and substance abuse prevention.
- I would like to increase support and grant funding for small businesses.
- I believe in housing equity through creating pathways to homeownership for working families as well as prioritizing support and protections for renters.
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See also
2026 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 31, 2024
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| Preceded by David Ortiz (D) |
Colorado House of Representatives District 38 2025-Present |
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