Sue Rieke Smith
Sue Rieke Smith (Democratic Party) is a member of the Oregon House of Representatives, representing District 26. She assumed office on June 9, 2025. Her current term ends on January 11, 2027.
Smith (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the Oregon House of Representatives to represent District 26. She is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on May 19, 2026.[source]
The Washington, Clackamas and Yamhill boards of county commissioners appointed Rieke Smith to the Oregon House of Representatives District 26 on June 6, 2025 to replace Courtney Neron.[1]
Biography
Sue Rieke Smith earned a bachelor's degree from Pacific Lutheran University and a graduate degree from the University of Oregon. Her career experience includes working in education and nursing.[2]
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2026
See also: Oregon House of Representatives elections, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on May 19, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Democratic primary
Democratic primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 26
Incumbent Sue Rieke Smith (D) is running in the Democratic primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 26 on May 19, 2026.
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Republican primary
Republican primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 26
Stephanie Carkin (R) is running in the Republican primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 26 on May 19, 2026.
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Campaign themes
2026
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Scorecards
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Candidate Oregon House of Representatives District 26 |
Officeholder Oregon House of Representatives District 26 |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Courtney Neron (D) |
Oregon House of Representatives District 26 2025-Present |
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