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Oakland County, Michigan

Michigan House District 49

2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 49 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Dan Pelchat and Ann M. Bollin. Candidate information follows official Oakland County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Dan Pelchat was unopposed for the Democratic nomination and Ann M. Bollin was unopposed for the Republican nomination, per official results certified by the Michigan Secretary of State; the nominees meet on the November 3 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, Ann M. Bollin, is on the ballot.

Michigan › Oakland County › Michigan House District 49

Dan Pelchat

Democratic

Top priorities
  • Protecting democratic values and supporting strong public schools
  • Investing in infrastructure and local communities
  • Ensuring opportunity for working families

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Dan Pelchat is an information technology specialist for South Lyon Community Schools and a former Mayor of South Lyon, per his campaign site. He is a lifelong resident of the House District 49 area, per his campaign site.

Ann M. Bollin

Republican Incumbent

Top priorities
  • A fiscally conservative, budget-focused approach to state spending
  • Strong educational opportunities and safe communities for families
  • Accessible, accountable government and constituent engagement

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Ann M. Bollin is the incumbent state representative for Michigan House District 49 and is the Republican nominee on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official primary results.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Michigan House District 49 in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 49 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Dan Pelchat and Ann M. Bollin. Candidate information follows official Oakland County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Michigan House District 49 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 Oakland County ballot?

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

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Candidate profiles
Dan Pelchat, full profileAnn M. Bollin, full profileOfficial Michigan election office