Osman Salahuddin
Osman Salahuddin | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 48th district | |
| Assumed office January 7, 2025 Serving with Amy Walen | |
| Preceded by | Vandana Slatter |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Osman Salahuddin February 25, 1996 Seattle, Washington |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Redmond, Washington |
| Alma mater | University of Washington |
Osman Salahuddin (born 1996) is an American politician serving in the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 48th district.
Early life and education
[edit]Salahuddin is from Redmond, Washington. He is the oldest of three children. His parents are immigrants from Pakistan. 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]
Career
[edit]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.[5]
He was elected to the Redmond City Council in 2023.[6]
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.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ "Osman Salahuddin: Breaking stereotypes in Washington state". Sapan News Network. 2023-04-08. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ a b "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". web.archive.org. 2024-06-20. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ "Councilmember Sarah Perry's staff - King County, Washington". web.archive.org. 2024-05-18. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
- ^ a b 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.