Teri Hickel
Teri Hickel is a former Republican member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing District 30-Position 2 from 2015 to 2017.[1] She was defeated in her re-election bid in 2016.
Campaign themes
2015
Hickel's campaign website highlighted the following issues:[2]
Education
- Excerpt: "I have been a tireless advocate for Federal Way Public Schools since my children entered kindergarten but I also recognize that families should have choices to find the best educational solution to fulfill their children’s educational goals. I will continue to tirelessly advocate for our schools and ensure that our state makes education its 'paramount duty' as required by our State’s Constitution."
Jobs and Economy
- Excerpt: "I will do everything I can to support policies that promote job creation and wage growth. Businesses require certainty in order to expand. Government regulation and tax policies should not exist to punish businesses but to help businesses start, grow and thrive."
Public Safety
- Excerpt: "A well-respected police department that models the diversity and character of the community is critical to serving that community. People of all ethnic backgrounds must have a sense of confidence that their police and firefighters will always act in the best interest of public safety and the citizens that they serve. At the same time, those who commit crime need to be held immediately accountable. The victims of crime need to feel secure in the fact that the criminal who harmed them has received swift and sure punishment. In addition, the entire judicial system must work efficiently and fairly toward that goal of protecting and helping victims while holding criminals accountable for the harm that they have caused."
Transportation
- Excerpt: "As your state representative I will do all that I can to ensure that we receive the funds necessary to reduce gridlock in our area and improve the overall infrastructure of our roads, bridges and public transportation."
Healthcare
- Excerpt: "I will work for sensible reform that brings competition and transparency to the healthcare system so that consumers can make more intelligent decisions regarding their healthcare and the cost that they will incur. At the same time I will work to ensure that you can maintain your doctor of choice, preserve the quality of care that you receive, and have affordable options that best meet your needs."
Quality of Life
- Excerpt: "It’s important that our communities are livable cities for business, recreation, and families. I am committed to attracting world class employers, world class parks and recreation, world class schools and being a model that attracts the best industry to our region. Quality of life is the key to vitality and a sense of pride."
Sponsored legislation
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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.
Kristine Reeves defeated incumbent Teri Hickel in the Washington House of Representatives, District 30-Position 2 general election.[3]
| Washington House of Representatives, District 30-Position 2 General Election, 2016 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic |  Kristine Reeves |
51.10% | 25,206 | |
| Republican | Teri Hickel Incumbent | 48.90% | 24,124 | |
| Total Votes | 49,330 | |||
| Source: Washington Secretary of State | ||||
Kristine Reeves and incumbent Teri Hickel were unopposed in the Washington House of Representatives District 30-Position 2 top two primary.[4][5]
| Washington House of Representatives, District 30-Position 2 Top Two Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Kristine Reeves | |
| Republican | Teri Hickel Incumbent | |
| Source: Washington Secretary of State | ||
2015
Incumbent Carol Gregory (D) and Teri Hickel (R) faced off in the primary on August 4.[1] Under the state's top-two primary system, the top two vote-getters advanced to the general election. Gregory was defeated by Hickel in the general election on November 3.[6][7]
Carol Gregory (D) was appointed to the seat in January 2015 to replace Roger Freeman (D), who died on October 29, 2014. He was re-elected posthumously. A special election was held to determine who would complete the final year of Freeman's term.[8]
A special election for the position of Washington House of Representatives District 30-Position 2 was called for November 3. A primary election took place on August 4. The filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was May 15.[1]
| Washington House of Representatives, District 30-Position 2, Special Election, 2015 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Teri Hickel |
54.8% | 12,652 | |
| Democratic | Carol Gregory Incumbent | 45.2% | 10,431 | |
| Total Votes | 23,083 | |||
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2017
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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Endorsements
2016
In 2016, Hickel's endorsements included the following:[9]
- Congressman Dave Reichert
- King County Council Pete von Reichbauer
- Representative Linda Kochmar
- Senator Mark Miloscia
- Senator Joe Fain
- Senator Bruce Dammeier
- Federal Way Council Dini Duclos
- Federal Way Council Martin Moore
- Federal Way Council Mark Koppang
- Federal Way Council Kelly Maloney
2015
In 2015, Hickel's endorsements included the following:[10]
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Recent news
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See also
- Washington House of Representatives
- Washington House of Representatives Committees
- Washington Joint Committees
- Washington House of Representatives District 30
- State legislative elections, 2015
- Washington State Legislature
External links
- Profile from the Washington House of Representatives
- Official campaign website
- Teri Hickel on Facebook
- Teri Hickel on YouTube
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Washington Secretary of State, "Candidates Who Have Filed ," accessed May 19, 2015
- ↑ Teri Hickel for State Representative, "Issues," accessed October 14, 2015
- ↑ 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, "August 4, 2015 Primary Results," accessed August 5, 2015
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "Legislative District 30 - State Representative Pos. 2," accessed November 3, 2015
- ↑ theolympian.com, "Carol Gregory raises quick cash in state House race against Teri Hickel," accessed May 19, 2015
- ↑ Teri Hickel, "Endorsements," accessed September 16, 2016
- ↑ Teri Hickel for State Representative, "Endorsements," accessed October 14, 2015
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Carol Gregory (D) |
Washington House of Representatives District 30-Position 2 November 25, 2015-2017 |
Succeeded by Kristine Reeves (D) |
