Janice Zahn
American politician (born 1965)
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Janice Zahn (née Leung; Chinese: 梁浩婷; born July 19, 1965)[1] is an American engineer and politician serving as a member of the Washington House of Representatives for the 41st district. She took office on January 21, 2025, after being appointed to succeed Tana Senn.[2] She previously served on the Bellevue City Council from 2017-2025.
July 19, 1965
Janice Zahn | |
|---|---|
| 梁浩婷 | |
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 41st district | |
| Assumed office January 21, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Tana Senn |
| Member of the Bellevue City Council | |
| In office November 26, 2017 – March 28, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Ernie Simas |
| Succeeded by | Claire Sumadiwirya |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Janice Ho Ting Leung July 19, 1965 |
| Party | Democrat |
| Spouse |
Dwain Zahn (m. 1989) |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | University of Washington (BS, MS, MA) |
Early life and education
Zahn was born in Hong Kong. She immigrated with her family to the United States when she was 10 years old.[3]
She holds three degrees from the University of Washington: a BS in civil engineering, an MS in structural engineering and mechanics, and an MA in public administration.[4]
Career
Zahn has worked for the Port of Seattle in various roles since 2000. She has worked as chief engineer at the Port since 2022.[4] Zahn also served as a member of the Bellevue Transportation Commission from 2013 to 2017.[5]
After Vandana Slatter was appointed to the Washington House of Representatives and resigned from Bellevue City Council, Ernie Simas was appointed, but did not run for the seat.[6] Zahn ran and was elected to the Bellevue City Council (position 5) in November 2017.[4][7]
In January 2025, Zahn was unanimously appointed by the King County Council to serve as a state representative for the 41st district.[2] She resigned her position on the Bellevue City Council effective March 28th and Claire Sumadiwirya was appointed to her seat.[8] Zahn retained her seat in the house in the 2025 special election against Republican John Whitney.[9]
Personal life
Zahn has been married to her husband Dwain since 1989.[1] They have two daughters.[4]
Zahn has lived in Bellevue for over 30 years. She attends a Methodist church.[4]