Tim Sheldon is an American farmer, businessman, and former politician who served as a Democrat in the Washington State Senate, representing the 35th District from 1997 to 2023. Known for caucusing with Republicans from 2012 onward despite his Democratic affiliation, he announced in March 2022 that he would not seek reelection and left office in 2023. He leans conservative on some issues.

Education and Political Experience

Limited details are available on formal education; Sheldon is noted primarily as a farmer and businessman. His political career includes:
- Washington House of Representatives , serving three terms.
- Mason County Commissioner for District 2 .
- Washington State Senate, 35th District , where he defeated incumbent Democrat Lena Swanson in 1997 and later joined the Republican-dominated Majority Coalition Caucus.

Notable positions include sponsoring bills on tax administration improvements.