Patty Kuderer wins election, to become WA’s new insurance commissioner
Patty Kuderer, a Democrat and current member of the Washington State Senate, has gained enough votes in the November 2024 election to become the next Washington state insurance commissioner.
Kuderer beat out Republican Phil Fortunado, also a state senator. Both have been in office since 2017.
Kuderer says her commitments are access to affordable quality healthcare, holding insurance companies accountable, and promoting transparency and fairness in the insurance market.
The Minnesota native moved to King County's Eastside over 20 years ago, and currently resides in Bellevue. She’s represented Washington's 48th legislative district since 2015, later becoming its first female state senator.
Kuderer replaces outgoing Commissioner Mike Kreidler, who has held office since 2001.
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