About Leah
Lifelong Kansan. Conservative leader. Servant to District 82.
STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 82
Leah Howell
I’m a lifelong Kansan, 28-year Derby resident, wife of 36 years to Jim, mother of five, and proud grandmother of eight. I have served as your State Representative since 2023 and previously in 2022, and I’m running for reelection because the work we’ve started together is not finished.
With 15 years as an Early Childhood Director, deep roots in our community, and a strong conservative record in Topeka, I bring real-world experience to every vote I cast. I believe Kansas is strongest when citizens stay informed and involved — and I remain committed to transparency, accountability, and the values of our district.
“It’s an honor to represent our community in Topeka!”
BACKGROUND
Community Roots & Leadership
- Married to Jim, 36 years — 5 children & 8 grandchildren
- Lifelong Kansan — 28 years in Derby
- Early Childhood / Children’s Director, 15 years
- Past President, Republican Women United
- Eisenhower Leadership Series, Board of Governors
- South Central Kansas Legislative Delegation, Chairwoman
- Longtime Precinct Committeewoman
- Community Volunteer
- Pro-Life — endorsed by Kansas for Life
- Endorsed by NRA and Kansas Farm Bureau
In Her Community & Capitol
LEGISLATIVE SERVICE
Committee Assignments & Record
Current Committees (2025–26)
- Federal and State Affairs
- Health and Human Services
- Transportation and Public Safety Budget
Special Committees
- 2024 Special Committee on Available and Affordable Housing
- Joint Committee on Child Welfare System Oversight
2026 Bills Championed
- HB 2639 — Juvenile stabilization centers: improving care & treatment for youth in crisis
- HB 2068 — Remote pharmacy access: expanding healthcare options for Kansans
- HR 6008 — Supporting the Kansas Air National Guard’s 190th Air Refueling Wing
- HB 2357 — Landlord-tenant mediation & eviction expungement reform
VOTING RECORD
Leah’s complete voting records are available directly from the Kansas Legislature: