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20 Additional Progressive Organizations Endorse State Representative Tarra Simmons for Reelection (May 20, 2026)
Labor, healthcare, education, community and environmental progressive organizations unite behind the LD 23 champion
State Representative Tarra Simmons announced the endorsement of more than 20 additional organizations spanning labor, healthcare, environmental advocacy, education, and community organizing — including WSNA, SEIU 775, UFCW 3000, Sierra Club, WEA-PAC, Washington State Labor Council AFL-CIO, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, and Women of Color in Politics, among others.
Governor Bob Ferguson of Washington State Endorses State Representative Tarra Simmons for Reelection (Apr 27, 2026)
A vote of confidence from Washington’s highest office
Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson has endorsed State Representative Tarra Simmons in her 2026 reelection campaign for the 23rd Legislative District. The endorsement from Washington’s highest office reflects the strength of Representative Simmons’ record in Olympia and the trust she has earned heading into this election.
The Aerospace Machinists Union District 751 Endorses State Representative Tarra Simmons (April 2, 2026)
Their first endorsement for a state legislative candidate in 2026
State Representative Tarra Simmons and her supporters celebrated the sole endorsement of her 2026 reelection campaign by the Aerospace Machinists Union District 751 — the first endorsement IAM District 751 has made in any state legislative race this cycle. The union’s decision is a strong validation of Representative Simmons’ record fighting for affordability, community safety, and progressive reforms.
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