State
State Representative, 31st 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 Wayne, Monroe, Washtenaw and Lenawee counties.
Taxes & budget
Shannon Dare WayneDemocratic
No documented position found.
Laura M. PerryRepublican
- Supports lower taxes to attract businesses
Education
Shannon Dare WayneDemocratic
- Supports full public school funding and affordable higher education
Laura M. PerryRepublican
- Supports parental control and school choice
Housing
Shannon Dare WayneDemocratic
- Supports expanding housing options for seniors and families
Laura M. PerryRepublican
No documented position found.
Economy & jobs
Shannon Dare WayneDemocratic
- Pledges to lower costs and support local business development
Laura M. PerryRepublican
- Supports cutting regulations on businesses
Roads & infrastructure
Shannon Dare WayneDemocratic
- Supports funding for roads, water systems and infrastructure
Laura M. PerryRepublican
No documented position found.
Health & human services
Shannon Dare WayneDemocratic
- Supports protecting access to affordable local health care
Laura M. PerryRepublican
No documented position found.
Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 6 issues covered in this race.