Osman Salahuddin
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(1996-02-25) February 25, 1996 (age 30)
Osman Salahuddin | |
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| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 48th district | |
| Assumed office January 7, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Vandana Slatter |
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| Born | Osman Salahuddin (1996-02-25) February 25, 1996 (age 30) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | University of Washington |
Osman Salahuddin (born 1996) is an American politician serving in the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 48th district.
Salahuddin is from Redmond, Washington. He is the oldest of three children. His parents are immigrants from Pakistan of Sindhi ethnicity. He grew up in a multi-generational household.[1]
He attended schools in the Lake Washington School District and graduated from International Community School in 2014.[2][3] Salahuddin graduated from the University of Washington with a BS in Neurobiology and a minor in English. He served as student body president.[4] In September 2025, Salahuddin enrolled in the University of Washington School of Law, pursuing a J.D. degree.[5]
Career
Salahuddin previously worked in management at a medical device research consulting firm, as well as research at UW Medicine and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.[2] He works as the communications and community engagement manager for King County Councilmember Sarah Perry.[6]
He was elected to the Redmond City Council in 2023.[7]
On January 7, 2025, Salahuddin was appointed to the Washington House of Representatives to replace Vandana Slatter, who was appointed to fill the Senate seat vacated by Patty Kuderer.[7]
On April 30, 2025, Salahuddin announced his campaign to retain his seat as a Washington State Representative for the 48th District.[8] On November 4, 2025, he won the election with 68.24% of the vote, beating Republican candidate Dennis Ellis.[9]
References
- ↑ "Osman Salahuddin: Breaking stereotypes in Washington state". Sapan News Network. 2023-04-08. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- 1 2 "Redmond Mayor and City Councilmembers Sworn In". Redmond, WA. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ↑ "International Community School in Kirkland graduates 50 students". Kirkland Reporter. 2014-06-20. Retrieved 2025-01-13.
- ↑ "Osman Salahuddin Profile - MAPS". 2024-06-20. Archived from the original on 20 June 2024. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ↑ Daily, Ella Goulet The (2025-08-24). "Can UW alumni take over the world? Democratic Rep. Osman Salahuddin shows us anything is possible". The Daily. Retrieved 2025-10-13.
- ↑ "Councilmember Sarah Perry's staff - King County, Washington". 2024-05-18. Archived from the original on 18 May 2024. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- 1 2 Romero, Jacquelyn Jimenez (2025-01-08). "House lawmaker picked to replace Patty Kuderer in WA Senate • Washington State Standard". Washington State Standard. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ↑ "Elect Osman Salahuddin for State Rep". Elect Osman Salahuddin for State Rep. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
- ↑ "King County November 4, 2025 General Election". results.vote.wa.gov. Retrieved 2025-11-05.