Senator Todd Nash is deeply connected to the culture, community, and values of Senate District 29. Having lived in the region since the age of five, Todd's life and career have been dedicated to strengthening Eastern Oregon's way of life and ensuring its unique needs are heard and addressed in Salem.
As a small cattle ranch owner and former Wallowa County Commissioner, Todd brings decades of firsthand experience in the timber, farming, and ranching industries. His leadership and advocacy have consistently focused on supporting natural resource economies, protecting rural communities, and fostering economic growth throughout Oregon.
Now serving as Senator for District 29—the first senator in Oregon's history from Wallowa County—Todd is committed to giving Eastern Oregon a strong and respected voice in the legislature. His committee assignments reflect his priorities for the district:
- Natural Resources & Wildfire, Vice Chair
- Housing & Development
- Human Services
In these roles, Senator Nash will focus on advocating and advancing agriculture and natural resources, addressing diverse housing needs, and improving essential services, including healthcare and mental health resources, for all Oregonians.
Prior to being elected to senate, he served as President of the Oregon Cattlemen's Association and held leadership roles with the Association of Oregon Counties as Co-Chair of the Natural Resource Committee and a member of the Public Lands Committee for the National Association of Counties. For 15 years, he also co-chaired the Wallowa County 4-H/FFA Fair Livestock Sale, supporting young agricultural leaders.
Todd has been active with the state legislature going back to 2010 helping to shape many state policies within farming, timber, ranching and natural resource issues. Most recently during the 2023 legislative session, he was instrumental in the passing of Senate Bill 955 which created the Oregon Agri-Stress Hotline, a crisis helpline for Oregon's agricultural and forestry communities.
Todd's leadership has been recognized statewide with numerous accolades, including the Wallowa County Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Wallowa County Cattlemen of the Year, Honorary Cattlemen of the Year, and the American Forest Resource Council's Tillicum Award.
Beyond his legislative work, he remains committed to his roots in Wallowa County. He and his wife, Angie, of 35 years, have raised four children and are proud grandparents to six, all of whom reside in Wallowa County. The family enjoys fishing, hunting, horseback riding, and gathering around the campfire—embracing the traditions and values that make Eastern Oregon so special.
As Senator, Todd Nash is dedicated to representing the people of District 29 with integrity and determination, ensuring their voices are heard and their priorities are reflected in Oregon's policies.
