Larry Sheahan (R)
Resume: 36, born in Spokane, raised in Rosalia … has served two House terms … law partner with father, Don Sheahan, in Rosalia … chairs the House Law and Justice Committee, sits on Higher Education, Rules, and Appropriations committees … Washington State University bachelor’s degree, Willamette University law degree … single … lives in Rosalia.
Finances: As of Sept. 9 had raised $32,679 and spent $31,537. Included $600 from Metropolitan Mortgage of Spokane, $550 from Boeing, $550 from Boeing Co.
Why running: “I have the ability to defend the really vital interests of this area: agriculture, education, and small schools.”
Top priority on taking office: Increase support for education, both higher education and for the area’s small schools.
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