Mark Harmsworth


Mark Harmsworth is an American politician. A Republican, he has served in the Washington House of Representatives since November 25, 2014, when he was sworn in early after winning election that month. Harmsworth was elected to succeed Mike Hope, who resigned in summer 2014. He was local Republican leaders' first choice for appointment to Hope's seat in 2014, but Governor Jay Inslee appointed Doug Roulstone instead.
He has been a staunch opponent of tolling in Washington State opposing the I-405 tolls and proposed US2 trestle tolls.
Harmsworth has proposed car tab reductions and accountability to Sound Transit by directly electing the board members.
Harmsworth previously served as a city councilor in Mill Creek, Washington. He was first elected in 2007 and resigned effective December 31, 2014, after being sworn in as a state legislator. Harmsworth served as Mayor Pro-Tem from January 2014 until he resigned from the Mill Creek City Council.

Personal life

Harmsworth is from England. He is a consultant with a background in the high-tech sector. He resides in Mill Creek.