2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 82 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Kristian C. Grant and Ryan Malinoski. Candidate information follows official Kent County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Incumbent Democrat Kristian C. Grant of Grand Rapids is seeking re-election against Republican nominee Ryan Malinoski, per the Kent County Clerk's candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
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Democratic
Kristian C. Grant is the incumbent state representative for Michigan's 82nd District, seeking re-election, per the Kent County Clerk's official candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.
Republican
Ryan Malinoski appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan House District 82, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.
Who is running for Michigan House District 82 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 82 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Kristian C. Grant and Ryan Malinoski. Candidate information follows official Kent County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Michigan House District 82 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.
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Candidate roster from official Kent County and state election office filings, last verified September 29, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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