Andrew Ryan Stokesbary[1] (born 1985)[2] is an American lawyer and politician. He serves in the Washington House of Representatives, where he is currently the ranking Republican member on the House Appropriations Committee.[3] During his second term, he was elected Minority Floor Leader.[4] He also sits on the House Finance Committee.[5]
In 2019, Stokesbary introduced legislation that would permit NCAA athletes enrolled at Washington colleges to receive compensation.[8] Similar bills were subsequently filed in California and Colorado, and by Congressman Mark Walker (R-NC).[9]
Following J. T. Wilcox's resignation from the position, Stokesbary became the Washington House Minority Leader after the close of the 2023 legislative session.[11]
Personal life
Stokesbary lives with his wife and two sons in Auburn. He is a graduate of Duke University, where he was the Blue Devil mascot, and Notre Dame Law School.[7] Outside of the Legislature, he works as a lawyer for startups and emerging companies[5] and sits on the board of the Auburn Valley YMCA.[12]
Electoral history
State Representative, Legislative District 31 (Pos. 1) – 2014 General Election [13]