2010 Washington House of Representatives election

Frank Chopp Democratic Frank Chopp Democratic The Washington State House elections, 2010 had primaries held on August 17, 2010[1] and general elections held on November 2, 2010,[2] determining who would represent each of the 49 Legislative Districts in the state of Washington in the Washington State House of Representatives.

Representatives are elected for two-year terms.

The August 17, 2010 election determined which two candidates appeared on the November ballot.

Each candidate was allowed to select a party preference, which was "not restricted to... an established major or minor party.

"[3] Republicans gained seven seats in this election, leading to a spread of 56 Democrats and 42 Republicans.