Steve Kirby

Steven Todd Kirby was born on November 17, 1951, in Tacoma, Washington. He is a retired American politician of the Democratic Party who served as a member of the Washington House of Representatives representing the 29th district. Kirby had a distinguished legislative career spanning 22 years, from January 8, 2001, until his retirement on December 31, 2022. He was married to Beckie Summers and has five children.

Education

Kirby attended Tacoma Community College for his higher education.

Political Experience

During his 22-year legislative career, Kirby served on numerous committees and held several leadership positions:

• House Rules Committee
• Agriculture Committee
• Technology Committee
• Capital Budget Committee
• Local Government and Housing Committee
• Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Committee
• Organized Crime Advisory Board
• Joint Executive Legislative Committee on Water Policy
• House Civil Rights and Judiciary Committee
• House Commerce and Gaming Committee
• Committee on Committees

Notable Achievement: Kirby served as Chairman of the House Consumer Protection and Business Committee for the last 18 years of his career, demonstrating significant influence in consumer protection and business policy within Washington State. He was also recognized as the senior member from Pierce County in the majority party of the House of Representatives at the time of his service.