2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 36 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Cole Slaski and Steve Carra. Candidate information follows official St. Joseph County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Cole Slaski (Democratic), Steve Carra (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Michigan House District 36; Steve Carra is the sitting member, per the Michigan House of Representatives's official roster (gophouse.org). 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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This race. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot. The sitting officeholder, Steve Carra, is on the ballot.
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Democratic
Cole Slaski is the Democratic nominee for Michigan House District 36 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official August 4, 2026 primary results. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.
Republican Incumbent
Per the campaign site.
Steve Carra is the sitting state representative for Michigan House District 36, according to the Michigan House Republicans roster. He previously worked as a legislative staff member helping draft pro-life legislation before his own election, per his campaign site. Carra lists a Three Rivers, Michigan campaign address.
Who is running for Michigan House District 36 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Michigan House District 36 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Cole Slaski and Steve Carra. Candidate information follows official St. Joseph County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Michigan House District 36 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 St. Joseph County ballot?
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Candidate roster from official St. Joseph County and state election office filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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