Lawmakers from 17th District to host virtual town hall

Constituents can learn about 2026 legislative session and ask questions

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Lawmakers from the 17th Legislative District in Washington state, including Sen. Paul Harris and Reps. Kevin Waters and David Stuebe, will host a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 to discuss the current legislative session and answer constituent questions.

Why it matters

The virtual town hall provides an opportunity for residents in the 17th District, which covers parts of Clark, Skamania, Klickitat, and Cowlitz counties, to engage directly with their state representatives and learn about the legislative process and key issues being addressed.

The details

During the one-hour virtual event, the lawmakers will review bills that have passed so far in the Senate and House, provide updates on their own legislation, and answer questions from attendees. Constituents must register online in advance to participate in the Zoom meeting.

  • The virtual town hall will take place on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The players

Sen. Paul Harris

A Republican serving the 17th Legislative District, he is the ranking Republican on the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education Committee and also serves on the Environment, Energy, and Technology; Health and Long-Term Care; and Transportation committees.

Rep. Kevin Waters

A Republican serving the 17th Legislative District, he is the ranking Republican on the House State Government and Tribal Relations Committee and serves on the Capital Budget, Technology, Economic Development and Veterans, and Rules committees.

Rep. David Stuebe

A Republican serving the 17th Legislative District, he is the assistant ranking Republican on the House Local Government Committee and serves on the Health Care and Wellness, Environment and Energy, and Transportation committees.

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What’s next

The lawmakers will decide on the final agenda and topics to be covered during the virtual town hall in the days leading up to the event.

The takeaway

This virtual town hall provides an important opportunity for constituents in the 17th Legislative District to engage directly with their state representatives and learn about the legislative process and key issues being addressed in Olympia.