Michigan House of Representatives
How it Works, Who's Your Rep, and Who's Running in 2026
Representatives of the Lower Chamber of Michigan's Congress
A Few Facts
- Term: 2 Years, Limit: 12 years (6 Terms)
- Next election 2026
- 110 Districts/Reps
- Each district has 77,000 to 91,000 residents
- Salary $71,685
- Meets in the state capitol building in Lansing, Michigan.
- View the maps: PDF Map (Full State) | PDF Map (Each District)
What They Do
- The state legislature enacts the laws of Michigan
- Levies taxes and appropriates funds from money collected for the support of public institutions and the administration of the affairs of state government
- Proposes amendments to the state constitution, which must be approved by a majority vote of the electors
- Considers legislation proposed by initiatory petitions
- Provides oversight of the executive branch of government through the administrative rules and audit processes, committees, and the budget process
- Advises and consents on gubernatorial appointments
- Considers proposed amendments to the Constitution of the United States.
Also see this website for a list of who's running: United States House of Representatives elections in Michigan, 2026 (Ballotpedia)
Qualifications
- 21 years old
- Citizen
- Registered and qualified elector
- Submit an Affidavit of Identity when filing for office
- Fill out Statement of Organization (FEC Form 1)
How to Become A Candidate
Filing Deadline: April 23, 2024
2024 Presidential and Congressional Primary Dates and Candidate Filing Deadlines for Ballot Access
Qualifications
- 30 years old
- Citizen for 9 years
- Live in the representative state
Ballot Access
- Raise/spend > $5000 on campaign
- Fill out Statement of Candidacy (FEC Form 2)
- Fill out Statement of Organization (FEC Form 1)
Resources
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- Michigan Dept. of State - Ballot Access
- Michigan Bureau of Elections
- Help for Candidates and Committees