Dick Muri

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Muri challenged Democratic incumbent Adam Smith for Washington's 9th congressional district . Smith defeated Muri 55% to 45% to remain in office. [6]

In 2012 Muri ran again for Congress, this time in the newly created 10th Congressional District.

Muri was defeated in his bid to become the district's first congressman by former state legislator Denny Heck 58.6% to 41.4%.

Washington State House of Representatives

Appointment

On May 29, 2013, longtime state legislator Senator Mike Carrell died from complications with myelodysplastic syndrome. On June 5, 2013, Representative Steve O'Ban was appointed by the Pierce County Council to fill the vacant seat in the State Senate.

On July 3, 2013, Muri was unanimously appointed by the Pierce County Council to fill the seat vacated by O'Ban.

Legislative Campaigns

2014

Muri ran to retain his seat against Democratic challenger Mary Moss. Muri prevailed 57.8% to 42.2%.

Tenure

In 2018 Muri served as the assistant ranking member of the State of Washington House of Representatives Education Committee and assistant ranking member of the House Judiciary. Muri is also a former member of the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee.

Awards

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Dick Muri
Dick Muri Pierce Co Kickoff.jpg
Speech at Pierce County Kickoff
Mayor of Steilacoom, Washington
Assumed office
April 7, 2021