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Larsen, Rick

Larsen, Rick

DemocratHouse·Washington, District 2

Serving since 2001 (107th–119th Congresses)

Contact

Office

2163 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC 20515-4702

Campaign Finance (2026)

Raised$1.6M
Spent$1.1M
Cash on Hand$748K

Funding Sources

Individual$641K
PAC$920K
Small donors (≤$200)$100K
Large donors$541K

Top Industries

Retired$171K
Miscellaneous Business$127K
Other$99K
Lawyers & Lobbyists$32K
Health Professionals$14K

Source: FEC · 2026 cycle

About

Rick Larsen is a Democratic Representative from Washington's 2nd district who serves as the ranking member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

Background

Rick Larsen was born and raised in Arlington, Washington, where he attended Arlington High School. He graduated from Pacific Lutheran University and later earned a master's degree in public affairs from the University of Minnesota. Before entering politics, Larsen worked as a lobbyist for the dental profession and served as the director of public affairs for the Washington State Dental Association.

Political career

Before entering public office, Rick Larsen worked as a lobbyist and as the director of public affairs for the Washington State Dental Association. A member of the Democratic Party, he has served as the United States representative for Washington's 2nd congressional district since 2001.

Current focus

Larsen, Rick represents the 2nd congressional district of WA in the U.S. House. Larsen, Rick is the ranking member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. They have sponsored 80 bills in the current House, including H.R. 8818; H.R. 8447; H.R. 6530.

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Committee Assignments

Legislative Activity

80

Bills Sponsored

10

Recent Votes

Vote history