Monroe County, Michigan

Michigan House District 29

2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 29 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Darian Counts and James DeSana. Candidate information follows official Monroe County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Incumbent Republican James DeSana is seeking re-election. 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.

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Darian Counts

Democratic

Top priorities

Affordability, middle-class relief, education, and support for seniors
Protect arts and recreation programs in schools
Grocery and prescription price oversight and owner-occupied housing incentives

Per the AOL candidate coverage.

Biography

Darian Counts is a Wyandotte resident and project coordinator running for Michigan House District 29, per local press coverage. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science and is pursuing a master of public policy; this is his first run for public office. Darian Counts appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan House District 29, per the county clerk's certified candidate list.

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James DeSana

Republican

Biography

James DeSana is the incumbent state representative for the 29th District, from Carleton, who worked 36 years as a sales representative in the fastener industry and operates a family farm, per the Michigan House Republicans' official member page. No campaign website was found as of September 6, 2026.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Michigan House District 29 in 2026?

When is the Michigan House District 29 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 Monroe County ballot?

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Candidate roster from official Monroe County and state election office filings, last verified October 1, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles

Darian Counts, full profile James DeSana, full profile Official Michigan election office