Representative Melanie Morgan represents the 29th Legislative District, encompassing South and East Tacoma, Parkland, parts of Spanaway and East Lakewood. As an elected leader in her district, Rep. Morgan uses an equity, diversity, and inclusion lens when addressing policies and practices, considering their impact on the entire community. Rep. Morgan has consistently centered equity and racial justice as the paramount focus throughout her career, drawing on her personal journey and the collective experiences of her community to guide her colleagues in the Legislature. A US Army Veteran, a former school board director from Franklin Pierce Schools, and an active community advocate, she brings a unique blend of perspectives to her leadership. During her tenure on the school board, Rep. Morgan stood out for her unwavering commitment to challenging her peers and the community to consider the far-reaching implications of policies. Having personally experienced homelessness, Rep. Morgan understands firsthand the barriers that people face in meeting basic needs. A housing advocate since 1997, Rep. Morgan demonstrates an unwavering dedication to solving housing challenges throughout Washington State. Her roles as a mortgage banker, a safe housing coordinator, and a commissioner on the board of the Pierce County Housing Authority underscores her experience in the passage of equitable housing legislation. Additionally, she has served on the board of Community Healthcare and as a Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocate. A graduate of St. Martin’s University, Representative Morgan resides in Spanaway.
