Mia Su-Ling Gregerson-Dahle (born December 19, 1972) is an American politician. A Democrat, Gregerson has served as a member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 33rd Legislative District since 2013. Prior to this, she served on the SeaTac city council from 2008 to 2016.
Early life and education
Gregerson was born in Taiwan. She was adopted by a United States Air Force couple and moved to the United States. She attended Highline Community College and the University of Washington, earning a degree in history. Professionally, Gregerson has worked as a surgical assistant and as a business manager in the dental industry.
Career
SeaTac city council
In 2007, Gregerson was elected to the SeaTac city council. In 2011, Gregerson held onto her seat on the council by a 31-vote margin against Republican Erin Sitterley.
In a 2015 re-match, Gregerson lost her re-election campaign for SeaTac City Council Position 7 with 40.90% of the votes (1512 votes). Her opponent Erin Sitterley won with 58.70% (2170 votes).
Washington House of Representatives
Gregerson was appointed to the state legislature on December 16, 2013, as the preferred candidate of the King County Council, despite being the second choice of the 33rd Legislative District Democratic Precinct Committee Officers. Gregerson filled the vacancy left after Dave Upthegrove resigned from his seat in the legislature on December 16, 2013, following his election to the King County Council.
In 2023, Gregerson introduced the Fair Repair Act, a digital right to repair bill. The legislation passed the state house in March 2023. Gregerson was elected to lead the House Members of Color Caucus. Gregerson cosponsored legislation that would legalize the building of accessory dwelling units (ADU) in urban growth areas to alleviate the state's housing shortage.
Additionally, in 2023, Gregerson introduced State House Bill 1784, which proposed an additional $28 million in food assistance following the February expiration of SNAP. The bill passed unanimously.
References
External links
Mia Gregerson at ballotpedia.org
Democratic Party members of the Washington House of Representatives
1972 births
Living people
American politicians of Taiwanese descent
American women of Taiwanese descent in politics
Politicians from Taipei
University of Washington alumni
Women state legislators in Washington (state) 21st-century American women politicians 21st-century American politicians People from SeaTac, Washington Asian-American people in Washington (state) politics
