Arizona has 30 legislative districts, and each one elects one state senator and two state representatives every two years. Your senator depends on your legislative district, not your city, because district lines don't follow city limits.
The fastest way to know for sure: enter your home address in the Arizona Legislature's official lookup.
West Valley cities and LD29
Legislative District 29 (LD29) covers much of the northwest West Valley. Here's a quick guide for nearby communities.
| Community | Legislative district |
|---|---|
| Surprise | Mostly in LD29, including Sun City Grand |
| El Mirage | In LD29 |
| Glendale | Western Glendale near Luke Air Force Base is in LD29; most of the city is in other districts |
| Goodyear | Split among several districts; part of the city is in LD29 |
| Litchfield Park | In LD29 |
| Wittmann & Morristown | In LD29 |
| Peoria | A small part is in LD29; most of the city is in other districts |
| Avondale, Tolleson & Buckeye | Mostly in neighboring districts |
| Sun City, Youngtown & Sun City West | Check your address; nearby areas are split between LD29 and neighboring districts |
If you live in LD29
Your current state senator is Janae Shamp, and your state representatives are Steve Montenegro and James Taylor. On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, you'll choose your next state senator. The race is between Democratic nominee Eric Stafford and Republican incumbent Sen. Janae Shamp.
Eric is a lifelong Arizonan, tradesman and Clean Elections candidate who takes no PAC or dark money. See where he stands on housing costs, wages, public schools, healthcare and growth in the West Valley.
If you live outside LD29
You can still help elect a senator who will put West Valley families first. Volunteer with the campaign, knock doors, make calls, or tell a friend in LD29 about Eric.
Common questions
What cities are in Arizona Legislative District 29?
LD29 covers parts of Surprise, El Mirage, Glendale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Peoria, plus the unincorporated communities of Wittmann and Morristown, all in Maricopa County's northwest West Valley. District lines don't follow city limits, so check your address with the Arizona Legislature's Find My Legislator tool.
Who is the current state senator for LD29?
Janae Shamp has represented LD29 in the Arizona Senate since January 2023. LD29's two state representatives are Steve Montenegro and James Taylor.
How long is an Arizona State Senate term?
Two years. Each of Arizona's 30 legislative districts elects one state senator and two state representatives every two years, and lawmakers are limited to four consecutive terms in the same chamber.
Is Avondale in LD29?
Mostly no. Avondale is largely in a neighboring legislative district. District lines don't follow city limits, though, so enter your address in the Find My Legislator tool to be sure.