Samuel E. Low (born 1970) is an American businessman and member of the

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, representing the 39th district.

Early life and career

After graduation from

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with a degree in theology, Low operated a painting business in Lake Stevens for 10 years.

Political career

Low was elected to represent District 5 on the

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in 2016. Prior to his election to the Snohomish County Council, he was a member of the

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city council and had served as Council President and Mayor Pro Tem. Low was initially elected to complete the term of

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, who had been elected as County Executive, by defeating appointed councilman and former

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Hans Dunshee. He was elected to a full term of his own in November 2017. As a councilmember, Low served as chair of Washington state's Transportation Improvement Board. Low was elected to the

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on November 8, 2022, to represent the 39th district.

Censureship

On February 27, 2024, the

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Republican Party Central Committee voted unanimously to formally Censure 39th legislative district State Representatives Sam Low and Carolyn Eslick for their sponsorship and voting for SHB 2368. A then proposed law by the

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that authorized the

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to coordinate statewide efforts to assist immigrants and refugees with appropriated tax-payer funds and services. Skagit County Republicans believed that SHB 2368 would increase pressure on housing, healthcare, schools and would increase the potential for violence, crime, and deadly drug distribution, including Fentanyl; contributing to the degradation of

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. Additionally, the Skagit County Republican Party cited the conflict that SHB 2368 had with Republican and Conservative principles, and the Skagit County Republican Party platform.

Personal life

Low lives in Lake Stevens with his wife Mariah.

Electoral history

2013

2016

2017

2021

2022

References

External links

Campaign website
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