Janice Zahn

Janice Zahn (née Leung; Chinese: 梁浩婷; born July 19, 1965)^[1] is an American engineer and politician serving as a member of the Washington House of Representatives for the 41st district. She took office on January 21, 2025, after being appointed to succeed Tana Senn.^[2]

Janice Zahn
Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 41st district
Incumbent
Assumed office January 21, 2025 Serving with My-Linh Thai
Preceded by	Tana Senn
Personal details
Born	Janice Ho Ting Leung (1965-07-19) July 19, 1965 (age 59) Hong Kong
Political party	Democrat
Spouse	Dwain Zahn ​ (m. 1989)​
Children	2
Education	University of Washington (BS, MS, MA)

Early life and education

Zahn was born in Hong Kong. She immigrated with her family to the United States when she was 10 years old.^[3]

She holds three degrees from the University of Washington: a BS in civil engineering, an MS in structural engineering and mechanics, and an MA in public administration.^[4]

Career

Zahn has worked for the Port of Seattle in various roles since 2000. She has worked as chief engineer since 2022.^[5]

She was elected to the Bellevue City Council (position 5) in November 2017.^[6]

In January 2025, Zahn was unanimously appointed by the King County Council to serve as a state representative for the 41st district.^[7]

Personal life

Zahn has been married to her husband Dwain since 1989.^[8] They have two daughters.^[9]

Zahn has lived in Bellevue for over 30 years. She attends a Methodist church.^[10]