Clyde Shavers

Clyde Shavers is an American politician serving as a Democratic member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 10th district since 2023.

Career
Clyde Shavers serves as the state representative for Washington's 10th Legislative District. He is the Vice Chair of the House Education Committee and a member of the Capital Budget Committee, Innovation, Community & Economic Development Committee, and Veterans Committee. Shavers also serves on the Artificial Intelligence Task Force.

During his first term, Shavers sponsored seven bills and co-sponsored thirty-two bills. Notable legislative achievements include passing a fusion technology bill, developing an Allied Health Professions Career and Technical Education (CTE) program in schools, and establishing the Purple Star Award for military families.

Before the November 2022 election, Shavers faced public accusations from his father, alleging that he had inflated his military record and misrepresented himself as an attorney. Shavers clarified that he had not served as a submarine officer but was commissioned as a submarine officer and graduated from the U.S. Navy's Nuclear Power School. He also clarified that he had not yet passed the bar exam but was working for an attorney's office, stating that any confusion regarding his professional status was unintentional.

Shavers was elected by a margin of 211 votes.

Legislative Achievements
HB 1985 - Increasing Retirement Benefits: Increases retirement benefits for teachers and public employees under TRS Plan 1 and PERS Plan 1. HB 2308 - Affordable Housing Tax Incentives: Provides tax incentives for converting underutilized commercial properties into affordable housing. HB 2326 - Health Care Curriculum Development: Develops healthcare curriculums in high schools. HB 1658 - Financial Education and Work Experience Credit: Promotes financial literacy and allows students to earn academic credit for paid work experience.

Military Career
Shavers served in the U.S. Navy for eight years, with deployments in the Middle East at U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet and Southeast Asia at Destroyer Squadron 7.

Early Life and Education
Clyde Shavers graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with Honors in 2013. He graduated from Naval Nuclear Power School (NNPS) in South Carolina and Defense Information School (DINFOS) in Maryland during his navy career. He attended Yale Law School using the GI Bill while serving in the U.S. Navy Reserves and graduated with a Juris Doctor in 2022.

Community Involvement
Shavers lives on Whidbey Island and practices law at Lyda Law Firm. He serves on the board of Skagit Friendship House, supporting Mount Vernon's homeless and working poor. He previously served on the boards of South Whidbey's Goosefoot, working on affordable housing, and the Whidbey Veteran Resources Center, serving veterans and military families.