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State Representative, 12th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state representative votes on Michigan laws and the state budget on behalf of the district.
Covers part of Macomb and Wayne counties.
Education
Randell J. ShaferRepublican
No documented position found.
Kimberly L. EdwardsDemocratic
- Sponsored a bill requiring state review of foster care schoolingIn office
Housing
Randell J. ShaferRepublican
No documented position found.
Kimberly L. EdwardsDemocratic
- Co-sponsored bills letting abuse survivors bring pets to emergency housingIn office
Health & human services
Randell J. ShaferRepublican
No documented position found.
Kimberly L. EdwardsDemocratic
- Sponsored a medical aid-in-dying package for terminally ill patientsIn office
- Supports sustained funding for mental health and substance use careIn office
Courts & justice
Randell J. ShaferRepublican
No documented position found.
Kimberly L. EdwardsDemocratic
- Sponsored bills codifying ID cards for people leaving prisonIn office
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