Arizona State House – District 23

Each Arizona legislative district elects two State House members. Representatives serve two-year terms and share legislative responsibility with one State Senator from the district. District 23 covers Parts of Maricopa, Pima, Pinal, and Yuma counties.

2 incumbents seeking re-election
Next Election: July 21, 2026Seats: 2Candidates: 6Arizona · Legislative District 23
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What does this office actually control?

A State Representative is one of 60 members of the lower chamber of the Arizona Legislature — two representatives per legislative district.

  • Writes, debates, and votes on state laws on taxes, the budget, education, and crime.
  • Starts impeachment proceedings against state officials.
  • Shares the district with one State Senator; a bill must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor.

Running

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Michele Pena

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Mariana Sandoval

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Emilia Cortez

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Juan Manuel Guerrero

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Naomi Miguel

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Gary Garcia Snyder

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