Michael Howe
R · North Dakota · 2026 · IncumbentOn the ballot
Secretary Of StateNorth Dakota · 2026Top priorities
- Preserve and protect election integrity
- Keep North Dakota the best place to start and grow a business
- Modernize state filing and records services
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Biography
Michael Howe is North Dakota's incumbent secretary of state and the Republican nominee for re-election in 2026, endorsed by Governor Kelly Armstrong. A former state representative, he is the state's 15th secretary of state, and his campaign emphasizes election integrity and keeping North Dakota an easy place to start and grow a business.
Key voting record
- Administers North Dakota's elections and business filings after prior service in the state House. Administered
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