Genesee County, Michigan

Michigan House District 71

2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 71 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Stephen Schlaack and Brian BeGole. Candidate information follows official Genesee County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Stephen Schlaack was unopposed in the Democratic primary. Incumbent Brian BeGole (R) was unopposed in the Republican primary, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official August 4, 2026 primary results (election 706). The district covers Gaines and Argentine townships and part of Mundy Township in Genesee County along with most of Shiawassee County and part of Saginaw County, per Michigan House Republicans. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

What this office does

State legislator. State legislators write and vote on state laws and the state budget, which fund schools, roads, prisons, universities and health programs, and set the rules for local governments and elections. Each member represents one district and serves on committees that shape bills before a floor vote. Terms are two years in most state houses and four in most state senates.

This race. The sitting officeholder, Brian BeGole, is on the ballot.

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Stephen Schlaack

Democratic

Top priorities

Bringing back good-paying jobs and lasting economic stability
Property tax relief for working families
Protecting family farmland from foreign or corporate acquisition

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Stephen Schlaack is a procurement manager and Owosso native who manages the Owosso Farmers Market and previously served on the Owosso Planning Commission, per his campaign site. He is a graduate of Alma College who has also worked in manufacturing and in U.S. Air Force civilian service, per his campaign site.

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Brian BeGole

Republican Incumbent

Top priorities

Protecting constitutional rights, lowering taxes and reducing cost-of-living burdens
Supporting small businesses
Funding for schools and local road repairs

Per the campaign/caucus site.

Biography

Brian BeGole is a Michigan state representative for District 71, serving a second term, who spent 32 years in law enforcement including six years as Shiawassee County Sheriff, per the campaign site. BeGole chairs the House Government Operations Committee, per the campaign site.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Michigan House District 71 in 2026?

When is the Michigan House District 71 election in Michigan?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Michigan are on the Michigan election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Genesee County ballot?

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Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Genesee County and state election office filings, last verified September 27, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles

Stephen Schlaack, full profile Brian BeGole, full profile Official Michigan election office