Morgan Irwin

Morgan Irwin

Republican Party

Prior offices

Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2

Successor: Eric Robertson

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Morgan Irwin (Republican Party) was a member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing District 31-Position 2. Irwin assumed office on January 7, 2017. Irwin left office on January 11, 2021.

Irwin (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Washington House of Representatives to represent District 31-Position 2. Irwin won in the general election on November 6, 2018.

Committee assignments

2019-2020

Irwin was assigned to the following committees:

• Capital Budget Committee
• Civil Rights & Judiciary Committee, Ranking Minority Member
• House Transportation Committee

2017 legislative session

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

Washington committee assignments, 2017
• State Government, Elections & Information Technology
• Transportation

Campaign themes

2016

Irwin's campaign website highlighted the following issues:

“	Transportation: Washingtonians deserve a better transportation system without having to pay high taxes. I believe in a multifaceted approach that balances the needs of our urban and rural areas while protecting our property rights and not raising taxes on hardworking families. By improving our transportation infrastructure, goods can move more efficiently throughout our state, and families can spend more time together and less time in their cars. I will work to find commonsense solutions to Washington’s transportation needs. Public Safety: Public safety is the number one responsibility of government. As a police officer, I understand the need to protect our families and our communities. If you can’t feel safe in your own home, where can you feel safe? Children must feel safe in school and families must feel safe at home. It is critical that our first responders are given the tools they need to protect our neighborhoods. As a Enumclaw City Councilman, I have voted to strengthen the police department by adding police officers and I have been a strong supporter of Fire District 28. The cycle of gun violence starts with property crime. Keeping guns out of the hands of those who shouldn’t have them and enforcing our current gun laws is imperative. We don’t need new gun laws we just need to enforce the laws we already have. And we must continue to address the increasing mental health issues we have in our state so those who need it get help and they don’t harm others. Jobs and the Economy: Washington state is the most trade dependent state in the nation. 40% of all jobs are directly tied to trade. Furthermore, small businesses – America’s job creators – account for a majority of jobs in Washington. We rely on these job creators to keep our economy running, to employ hardworking Washingtonians and ship the world’s best goods, those made right here at home, around the globe. We must find ways to allow these small businesses to compete around the nation and in the global market. A healthy environment that brings certainty and flexibility allow these businesses to flourish, employing more Washingtonians. Education: While we have made historic investments into our K-12 system, our state is still under court order to meet its paramount duty to fully fund our schools. I believe our kids deserve our first dollar, not our last dime. I do not support the proposed new capital gains income tax coming from Democrats in Olympia, and believe it will only lead to more uncertainty around our educational system. Time and time again voters have said they do not want an income tax in this state. Politicians must respect the will of the people and make our students their top priority. I also believe we need to reform our schools to meet the needs of our 21st Century economy. We live in the most innovative state in the country, yet our schools don’t reflect that. We must support and expand schools that meet the needs of children, such as charters, and get more money out of the hands of education bureaucrats in Olympia and into the hands of our kids and teachers in the classroom.	”
—Morgan Irwin,

Elections

2020

See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2020

Irwin did not file to run for re-election.

2018

See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2

Incumbent Morgan Irwin defeated Mark Boswell in the general election for Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Morgan Irwin (R)	58.5	36,467
	Submit photo	Mark Boswell (D)	41.5	25,839

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 62,306
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2

Incumbent Morgan Irwin and Mark Boswell defeated Steve Skutt in the primary for Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2 on August 7, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Morgan Irwin (R)	54.5	17,353
✔	Submit photo	Mark Boswell (D)	40.2	12,814
	Submit photo	Steve Skutt (Independent)	5.3	1,702

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2017

See also: Washington state legislative special elections, 2017

A special election for the position of Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2 was called for November 7, 2017. A primary election took place on August 1, 2017. The filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was May 19, 2017.

The seat was vacated by Phil Fortunato (R) after he was appointed to District 31 of the Washington State Senate. Morgan Irwin (R) was appointed to fill Fortunato's vacancy until the November election.

Nate Lowry (D) and incumbent Morgan Irwin (R) ran in the top-two primary. Irwin defeated Lowry in the November 7 general election.

Washington House of Representatives, District 31-Position 2, Special Election, 2017
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Morgan Irwin	57.6%	16,711
	Democratic	Nate Lowry	42.4%	12,309
Total Votes				29,020
Source: Washington Secretary of State

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 Christopher Hurst (D) did not seek re-election.

Phil Fortunato defeated Lane Walthers in the Washington House of Representatives, District 31-Position 2 general election.

Washington House of Representatives, District 31-Position 2 General Election, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Phil Fortunato	57.73%	36,000
	Independent Democrat	Lane Walthers	42.27%	26,364
Total Votes				62,364
Source: Washington Secretary of State

Phil Fortunato and Lane Walthers defeated Morgan Irwin and Pablo Monroy in the Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2 top two primary.

Washington House of Representatives, District 31-Position 2 Top Two Primary, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Phil Fortunato	39.86%	9,878
	Independent Democrat	Lane Walthers	36.35%	9,007
	Republican	Morgan Irwin	14.45%	3,580
	Republican	Pablo Monroy	9.35%	2,316
Total Votes				24,781
Source: Washington Secretary of State

Endorsements

2016

In 2016, Irwin’s endorsements included the following:

• Jim Zoll, Enumclaw Police Chief
• Ron Smith, Seattle Police Guild President
• COMPAS (Council of Metropolitan Police and Sheriffs)
• Seattle-King County Association of REALTORS
• Tacoma-Pierce County Association of REALTORS

• Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties
• Master Builders Association of Pierce County
• King-Pierce County Farm Bureau
• Washington Cattle Feeders Association

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2020

In 2020, the Washington State Legislature was in session from January 13 to March 12.

• Associated General Contractors of Washington: House and Senate

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• Association of Washington Business

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• Building Industry Association of Washington

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• Washington Alliance for Gun Responsibility

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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.

See also

• Washington House of Representatives
• Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2
• State legislative elections, 2018
• Washington House of Representatives elections, 2018
• Washington House of Representatives elections, 2016
• Washington State Legislature

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Footnotes

Political offices
Preceded by Phil Fortunato (R)	Washington House of Representatives District 31-Position 2 2017–2021	Succeeded by Eric Robertson (R)

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Current members of the Washington House of Representatives

Leadership

Speaker of the House:Laurie Jinkins

Majority Leader:Joe Fitzgibbon

Minority Leader:Drew Stokesbary

Representatives

District 1-Position 1

Davina Duerr (D)

District 1-Position 2

Shelley Kloba (D)

District 2-Position 1

Andrew Barkis (R)

District 2-Position 2

Matt Marshall (R)

District 3-Position 1

Natasha Hill (D)

District 3-Position 2

Timm Ormsby (D)

District 4-Position 1

Suzanne Schmidt (R)

District 4-Position 2

Rob Chase (R)

District 5-Position 1

Zach Hall (D)

District 5-Position 2

Lisa Callan (D)

District 6-Position 1

Mike Volz (R)

District 6-Position 2

Jenny Graham (R)

District 7-Position 1

David Engell (R)

District 7-Position 2

Hunter Abell (R)

District 8-Position 1

Stephanie Barnard (R)

District 8-Position 2

April Connors (R)

District 9-Position 1

Mary Dye (R)

District 9-Position 2

Joe Schmick (R)

District 10-Position 1

Clyde Shavers (D)

District 10-Position 2

Dave Paul (D)

District 11-Position 1

David Hackney (D)

District 11-Position 2

Steve Bergquist (D)

District 12-Position 1

Brian Burnett (R)

District 12-Position 2

Mike Steele (R)

District 13-Position 1

Tom Dent (R)

District 13-Position 2

Alex Ybarra (R)

District 14-Position 1

Gloria Mendoza (R)

District 14-Position 2

Deb Manjarrez (R)

District 15-Position 1

Chris Corry (R)

District 15-Position 2

Jeremie Dufault (R)

District 16-Position 1

Mark Klicker (R)

District 16-Position 2

Skyler Rude (R)

District 17-Position 1

Kevin Waters (R)

District 17-Position 2

David Stuebe (R)

District 18-Position 1

Stephanie McClintock (R)

District 18-Position 2

John Ley (R)

District 19-Position 1

Jim Walsh (R)

District 19-Position 2

Joel McEntire (R)

District 20-Position 1

Peter Abbarno (R)

District 20-Position 2

Ed Orcutt (R)

District 21-Position 1

Strom Peterson (D)

District 21-Position 2

Lillian Ortiz-Self (D)

District 22-Position 1

Beth Doglio (D)

District 22-Position 2

Lisa Parshley (D)

District 23-Position 1

Tarra Simmons (D)

District 23-Position 2

Greg Nance (D)

District 24-Position 1

Adam Bernbaum (D)

District 24-Position 2

Steve Tharinger (D)

District 25-Position 1

Michael Keaton (R)

District 25-Position 2

Cyndy Jacobsen (R)

District 26-Position 1

Adison Richards (D)

District 26-Position 2

Michelle Caldier (R)

District 27-Position 1

Laurie Jinkins (D)

District 27-Position 2

Jake Fey (D)

District 28-Position 1

Mari Leavitt (D)

District 28-Position 2

Dan Bronoske (D)

District 29-Position 1

Melanie Morgan (D)

District 29-Position 2

Sharlett Mena (D)

District 30-Position 1

Jamila Taylor (D)

District 30-Position 2

Kristine Reeves (D)

District 31-Position 1

Drew Stokesbary (R)

District 31-Position 2

Josh Penner (R)

District 32-Position 1

Cindy Ryu (D)

District 32-Position 2

Lauren Davis (D)

District 33-Position 1

Edwin Obras (D)

District 33-Position 2

Mia Gregerson (D)

District 34-Position 1

Brianna Thomas (D)

District 34-Position 2

Joe Fitzgibbon (D)

District 35-Position 1

Dan Griffey (R)

District 35-Position 2

Travis Couture (R)

District 36-Position 1

Julia Reed (D)

District 36-Position 2

Liz Berry (D)

District 37-Position 1

Sharon Santos (D)

District 37-Position 2

Chipalo Street (D)

District 38-Position 1

Julio Cortes (D)

District 38-Position 2

Mary Fosse (D)

District 39-Position 1

Sam Low (R)

District 39-Position 2

Carolyn Eslick (R)

District 40-Position 1

Debra Lekanoff (D)

District 40-Position 2

Alex Ramel (D)

District 41-Position 1

Janice Zahn (D)

District 41-Position 2

My-Linh Thai (D)

District 42-Position 1

Alicia Rule (D)

District 42-Position 2

Joe Timmons (D)

District 43-Position 1

Nicole Macri (D)

District 43-Position 2

Shaun Scott (D)

District 44-Position 1

Brandy Donaghy (D)

District 44-Position 2

April Berg (D)

District 45-Position 1

Roger Goodman (D)

District 45-Position 2

Larry Springer (D)

District 46-Position 1

Gerry Pollet (D)

District 46-Position 2

Darya Farivar (D)

District 47-Position 1

Debra Entenman (D)

District 47-Position 2

Chris Stearns (D)

District 48-Position 1

Osman Salahuddin (D)

District 48-Position 2

Amy Walen (D)

District 49-Position 1

Sharon Wylie (D)

District 49-Position 2

Monica Stonier (D)

Democratic Party (59)

Republican Party (39)