Burien City Councilmember Alex Andrade announced this week that she will run for the Washington State House of Representatives in the 33rd Legislative District, Position 2.

Andrade is seeking the seat currently held by Rep. Mia Gregerson, who has represented the 33rd District since first being appointed in 2013.

Andrade was elected to Position 6 on the Burien City Council in 2024, and her current term runs through Dec. 31, 2027. If she wins, she would have to resign that seat, as Washington law does not allow a person to simultaneously serve in the state Legislature and a municipal elected office. The Burien City Council would then appoint a replacement to serve until the next election.

Depending on how many candidates file, the election will be on either the Aug. 4 primary or Nov. 3 ballot. The deadline to file is May 8, 2026.

Andrade made the announcement Wednesday, Mar. 11, saying she wants to bring the perspective of local cities to Olympia and ensure state policies work effectively for communities across the district.

“Since 2024, I’ve had the privilege of serving our community on the Burien City Council, where decisions made in Olympia quickly become real world challenges for our cities,” Andrade said in a statement announcing her campaign. “We need leadership that understands how state policy impacts local communities and economies and is committed to balanced, responsible solutions.”

The 33rd Legislative District includes much of south King County, including Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and parts of Kent as well as nearby communities such as White Center. The district is represented in the Washington State House by Gregerson in Position 2 and Rep. Edwin Obras in Position 1.

Andrade, a Democrat, said her campaign will focus on public safety, support for local businesses and addressing homelessness, behavioral health and addiction challenges through what she described as balanced approaches that combine compassion with accountability.

“Addressing our region’s mental health and substance abuse crises requires real partnership between cities, counties, and the state,” Andrade said. “We need solutions that help people access treatment and recovery while also ensuring our communities remain safe and stable.”

Andrade is a Latina, a member of the LGBTQ+ community and the mother of two adult children. She is also a small business owner and longtime community volunteer who has been active in civic and cultural events throughout the Burien area. She serves on several regional policy and community boards, including the board of SOMOS Seattle and Seattle Latinx Pride.

Within the City of Burien, Andrade has been appointed to the city’s Immigrant Affairs subcommittee and co-leads a committee focused on animal care and control policy. She also volunteers at the Burien CARES animal shelter.

Andrade said she plans to work with residents, businesses and community organizations across the 33rd Legislative District to advance practical solutions for cities and families in south King County.

“Too often, communities like ours are caught between ideological debates that overlook the practical realities of running a small business, raising a family, or managing a city budget,” she said. “I believe there is room for leadership that listens carefully, values results, and works toward solutions that bring people together rather than pushing them apart.”

More information about the campaign is available at alexforwa.com.