USAU.S. HouseDemocratic PartyWashington · District 23Member of the Washington House of Representatives
Tarra Simmons
Profile
Tarra Simmons is an American politician, attorney, and civil rights activist serving as a member of the Washington House of Representatives for the 23rd District. A former registered nurse and formerly incarcerated individual, she has become a prominent advocate for criminal justice reform, behavioral health, and reentry services. Since her election in 2020, she has sponsored significant legislation regarding hospital charity care, voting rights for the formerly incarcerated, and police accountability. She currently serves as the Deputy Speaker Pro Tempore and holds leadership roles on several legislative committees.
Details
- Born
- 1977 · 49 years old
- Birth place
- Bremerton, Washington
- Education
- Pacific Lutheran University (BSN), Seattle University School of Law (JD)
- Career
- Registered nurse, attorney in private practice, founding director of Civil Survival
