Becca Burnfin

Becca Burnfin (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Kansas House of Representatives to represent District 123. Burnfin is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Burnfin advanced from the Democratic primary on August 4, 2026.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Becca Burnfin is a mother of three humans and three fur babies, teacher, union leader, volunteer coach, and community advocate running for the Kansas House of Representatives in District 123. Her husband serves as a local union president, and she serves as a regional chair. She has over two decades of experience in public education and is currently pursuing her doctorate in education policy. Burnfin has previously served on the Big Brothers Big Sisters board, helped start a youth grant program called Youth in Governance working with both city and county offices, and is currently serving on the Kansas National Education Association (KNEA) board representing southwest Kansas. She was named a 2016 Crystal Apple Teacher and a 2017 Kansas Exemplary Educator.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Strong Public Schools- I will fight for fully funded public schools that support students and all employees, including livable wages for teachers, staff, and support professionals, along with smaller class sizes and strong resources for every classroom.Fair Wages, Working Families & Union Values-

I support fair, livable wages so no one working full-time struggles to get by. I stand with working families and believe in protecting workers’ rights, strengthening unions, and ensuring safe, stable jobs with dignity and respect.Our Community, Our Voice- Rural Kansas deserves strong hospitals, reliable healthcare access, and relief from rising property taxes that burden families and seniors. I will be a voice that listens, learns, and represents the needs and wishes of our communities, ensuring decisions in Topeka reflect the real challenges people face in their daily lives.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m passionate about policies that protect basic human dignity, support strong public schools, and reflect the Kansas way of life, where we take care of our neighbors and strengthen our communities through public safety nets. I believe government works best when it is practical, fair, and focused on helping people build stable, healthy lives while respecting the values that matter to Kansans.