2 candidates are tracked for Michigan Senate District 26 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Brendan J. Johnson and Matthew Bierlein. Candidate information follows official Lapeer County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Brendan J. Johnson (Democratic), Matthew Bierlein (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Michigan Senate District 26. Not on the November ballot: Kevin Daley, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the August 4, 2026 primary, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results; Michigan prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
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Democratic
Brendan J. Johnson grew up on his family's dairy farm in Fostoria and is campaigning on constituent services, health care and auto insurance affordability, and public school funding reform, according to ABC12 News. No campaign website was found as of 2026-09-11.
Republican
Matthew Bierlein has represented Michigan's 97th House District since 2023 and previously worked in manufacturing as a machine operator, purchasing manager and production manager, according to the Michigan House Republicans caucus site. He served as a Tuscola County commissioner from 2013 to 2019 and owns a physical therapy practice with his wife, Dr. Mindy Bierlein, in Frankenmuth and Bridgeport. He is running for the open 26th Senate District. No campaign website was found as of 2026-09-12.
Who is running for Michigan Senate District 26 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Michigan Senate District 26 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Brendan J. Johnson and Matthew Bierlein. Candidate information follows official Lapeer County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Michigan Senate District 26 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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