Luanne Van Werven

Luanne Van Werven

Republican Party

Prior offices

Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1

Successor: Alicia Rule

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Elections and appointments

Last election

November 3, 2020

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Luanne Van Werven (Republican Party) was a member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing District 42-Position 1. She assumed office on January 12, 2015. She left office on January 11, 2021.

Werven (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Washington House of Representatives to represent District 42-Position 1. She lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.

Committee assignments

2019-2020

Werven was assigned to the following committees:

• House Transportation Committee
• College and Workforce Development Committee, Ranking Minority Member
• Innovation, Community & Economic Development, & Veterans Committee

2017 legislative session

At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:

Washington committee assignments, 2017
• Higher Education
• Public Safety
• Transportation

2015 legislative session

At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Van Werven served on the following committees:

Washington committee assignments, 2015
• Appropriations
• Higher Education
• State Government, Assistant Ranking Minority Member

Sponsored legislation

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Elections

2020

See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1

Alicia Rule defeated incumbent Luanne Van Werven in the general election for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Alicia Rule (D)	51.1	47,260
		Luanne Van Werven (R)	48.8	45,104
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	78

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 92,442
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1

Incumbent Luanne Van Werven and Alicia Rule advanced from the primary for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Luanne Van Werven (R)	51.8	32,535
✔		Alicia Rule (D)	48.1	30,167
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	61

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 62,763
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Dustin Gleaves (D)

2018

See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1

Incumbent Luanne Van Werven defeated Justin Boneau in the general election for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Luanne Van Werven (R)	50.1	36,242
	Submit photo	Justin Boneau (D)	49.9	36,161

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 72,403
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1

Justin Boneau and incumbent Luanne Van Werven defeated Dean Berkeley in the primary for Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1 on August 7, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Justin Boneau (D)	50.7	21,125
✔		Luanne Van Werven (R)	44.3	18,440
	Submit photo	Dean Berkeley (R)	5.0	2,070

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 41,635
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2016

See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 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 Luanne Van Werven defeated Sharlaine LaClair in the Washington House of Representatives, District 42-Position 1 general election.

Washington House of Representatives, District 42-Position 1 General Election, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Luanne Van Werven Incumbent	54.61%	39,184
	Democratic	Sharlaine LaClair	45.39%	32,565
Total Votes				71,749
Source: Washington Secretary of State

Sharlaine LaClair and incumbent Luanne Van Werven defeated Doug Karlberg and Jacob Lamont in the Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1 top two primary.

Washington House of Representatives, District 42-Position 1 Top Two Primary, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Democratic	Sharlaine LaClair	40.26%	13,082
	Republican	Luanne Van Werven Incumbent	51.81%	16,834
	No party preference	Doug Karlberg	4.77%	1,551
	Libertarian	Jacob Lamont	3.15%	1,023
Total Votes				32,490
Source: Washington Secretary of State

2014

See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 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. Satpal Sidhu (D) and Luanne Van Werven (R) defeated Bill Knutzen (R) and Nicholas Kunkel (L) in the primary. Sidhu was defeated by Van Werven in the general election.

Washington House of Representatives, District 42-Position 1 General Election, 2014

Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Luanne Van Werven	55.7%	28,581
	Democratic	Satpal Sidhu	44.3%	22,740
Total Votes				51,321

Washington House of Representatives, District 42-Position 1 Top Two Primary, 2014

Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Democratic	Satpal Sidhu	38.8%	11,736
	Republican	Luanne Van Werven	34.3%	10,360
	Republican	Bill Knutzen	23%	6,941
	Libertarian	Nicholas Kunkel	4%	1,197
Total Votes				30,234

Campaign themes

2020

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2016

Van Werven's campaign website highlighted the following issues:

“	Quality of Life: "Quality of life" issues include improving the economic environment in Whatcom County to create more jobs, reforming education so every student can reach their full potential, and protecting our local farmers and farmland. Protecting farmland is about protecting a way of life that is central to the identity of Whatcom County, even if fewer people make a living farming now than in the past. We need to value and protect the things we love most about Whatcom County, that make us who we are. As your representative our quality of life has been my priority. Funding Education: These are the core values I keep in mind as I work for effective solutions for education in our schools: When it comes to funding for our schools, I believe the top priority should be sending money to the classrooms for the benefit of our students, not to a bloated and inefficient bureaucracy. Local districts need the flexibility to provide an appropriate education for our students. Focused attention to literacy and numeracy so every child will finish 3rd grade at grade level or above. Competetiveness: I am a member of the Competitiveness Caucus which is a coalition of business, labor, agriculture and trade groups working to highlight regulatory and trade issues essential to the state’s long-term future. Our goals include: A timely regulatory review process lasting no longer than 18 months for proposals meeting Washington State’s high environmental standards. An environmental framework that is predictable and obtainable, focusing on the needs of communities where projects are to be built, rather than speculative impacts. A commitment to promoting trade growth and the diversity of employment opportunities that sustain Washington’s middle class. I will fight for economic vitality with more job opportunities, because the health of our community is dependent on a strong and functional economy. Strong Communities: Strong families. They are essential to strong communities. Families flourish when human life is respected and valued. Families are stronger when the rights of parents are not infringed. Economic vitality. The health of our communities depends on a vibrant economy that provides career opportunities which in turn builds a strong and functional economy Strong schools. We must provide a world-class education in order for every student to reach his or her full potential. Safe and affordable neighborhoods. We must continue to improve living conditions for all. Quality of Life. Continue focused attention to issues that make Whatcom County the best place to live, work and play.	”
—Luanne Van Werven,

2014

Van Werven's campaign website highlighted the following issues:

Economy

• Excerpt: "In order to create jobs in Whatcom County, we need a business-friendly regulatory environment. I will work to advance legislation that will eliminate bureaucratic red tape and improve customer service at state agencies."

Education

• Excerpt: "I will work on enhancing our Education system to focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) so that we are creating an educated and well trained workforce for tomorrow’s economy."

Farmers & Farmland

• Excerpt: "One way to get Whatcom County back to work is by helping local farmers thrive in this economy. Agriculture is one of the top employers in our county. We need to protect our farmland by protecting our farmers. I will focus on reforms that free farmers to do what they do best so that future generations are able to follow."

Campaign finance summary

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Luanne Van Werven campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2020	Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1	Lost general	$323,678	N/A**
2016	Washington House of Representatives, District 42-Position 1	Won	$98,108	N/A**
2014	Washington House of Representatives, District 42-Position 1	Won	$137,256	N/A**
Grand total			$559,042	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

Endorsements

2016

In 2016, Van Werven’s endorsements included the following:

• Nooksack Mayor Bob Ackerman
• Sumas Mayor Robert Bromley
• Representative Vincent Buys
• Senator Doug Ericksen
• Lynden Mayor Scott Korthuis

• Ferndale Mayor Jon Mutchler
• Everson Mayor John Perry
• Bellingham Port Commissioner Dan Robbins
• Blaine Mayor Harry Robinson
• American Conservative Union "Award for Conservative Excellence" 100% rating

2014

In 2014, Van Werven's endorsements included the following:

• Lynden Mayor, Scott Korthuis

• Blaine Mayor, Harry Robinson

• Ferndale Mayor, Gary Jensen

• Secretary of State, Kim Wyman

• Republican National Committewoman, Fredi Simpson

• Republican National Committeman, Jeff Kent

• Seattle Port Commissioner, Bill Bryant

• Dino Rossi

• Ferndale City Councilman, Jon Mutchler

• Whatcom County Councilman, Sam Crawford

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2020

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• Washington State Labor Council

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2019

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In 2019, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 14 through April 28. Associated General Contractors of Washington House and Senate Legislators are scored based on their votes on legislation supported by the organization. NARAL Pro-Choice Washington Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Washington Alliance for Gun Responsibility Legislators are scored on how they voted on firearm policies. Washington State Labor Council Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against WSLC's position.

2018

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In 2018, the Washington State Legislature, second session, was in session from January 8 through March 8. Associated General Contractors of Washington House and Senate Legislators are scored based on their votes on legislation supported by the organization. Association of Washington Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to the state’s business community. Building Industry Association of Washington Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to home building industry issues. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Washington Alliance for Gun Responsibility Legislators are scored on how they voted on firearm policies. Washington Conservation Voters Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues. Washington State Labor Council Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against WSLC's position.

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. Association of Washington Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to the state’s business community. Building Industry Association of Washington Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to home building industry issues. NARAL Pro-Choice Washington Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Washington Alliance for Gun Responsibility Legislators are scored on how they voted on firearm policies. Washington Conservation Voters Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues. Washington State Labor Council Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against WSLC's position.

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. Association of Washington Business: 2016 Voting Record Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to the state’s business community. National Federation of Independent Business/Washington: 2016 Voting Record Legislators are scored on their stances on small business issues. The American Conservative Union: 2016 Scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Washington Alliance for Gun Responsibility: 2016 Scorecard Legislators are scored on how they voted on firearm policies. Washington Conservation Voters: 2015-2016 scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues. Washington State Labor Council: 2016 Voting Record Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against WSLC's position.

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. Association of Washington Business: 2015 Voting Record Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to the state’s business community. Greater Spokane Incorporated: 2015 Scorecard Legislators from the greater-Spokane area are scored on if they voted for/against funding for projects in the Spokane area. The American Conservative Union: 2015 Scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Washington Conservation Voters: 2015-2016 scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues. Washington State Labor Council: 2015 Voting Record Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against WSLC's position.

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Footnotes

Political offices
Preceded by Jason Overstreet (R)	Washington House of Representatives District 42-Position 1 2015–2021	Succeeded by Alicia Rule (D)

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