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State Representative, 34th District

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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 Lenawee County.

John Dahlgren

Democratic

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Nancy Jenkins-ArnoOfficial portrait — Michigan House

Nancy Jenkins-Arno

RepublicanIncumbent

State representative

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  • Led public review of every direct budget grant requestIn office
  • Sponsored a bill against deceptive online ticket salesIn office
  • Sponsored an income tax credit for investing in Michigan businessesIn office
  • Voted for the FY 2025-26 state budgetIn office
  • Co-sponsored bills allowing lower-cost auto insurance optionsIn office

In office = from the candidate's own official statements or legislation as an officeholder, not their campaign.

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  1. Led public review of every direct budget grant request

    Rep. Jenkins-Arno leads charge for transparency in state spending

    Public statement · Michigan House Republicans · Mar 17, 2026 · gophouse.org

    “These hearings are designed to make sure every request for direct funding is made openly and with full public visibility”
  2. Sponsored a bill against deceptive online ticket sales

    Rep. Jenkins-Arno introduces bill to protect online ticket consumers

    Public statement · Michigan House Republicans · Jul 29, 2025 · gophouse.org

    “The bill targets deceptive websites and hidden fees that often leave ticket buyers paying far more than expected.”
  3. Sponsored an income tax credit for investing in Michigan businesses

    Rep. Jenkins-Arno celebrates advancement of bill to grow Michigan's economy through investment

    Public statement · Michigan House Republicans · Nov 4, 2025 · gophouse.org

    “a taxpayer who makes a certified qualified investment in a Michigan‑headquartered business may claim a credit equal to 50 % of that investment”
  4. Voted for the FY 2025-26 state budget

    Rep. Jenkins-Arno supports state budget that includes stronger roads, new transparency standards, and increases school funding

    Public statement · Michigan House Republicans · Oct 3, 2025 · gophouse.org

    “This budget reflects the priorities of the people of Michigan which are stronger schools, safer roads, and a government that taxpayers can trust”
  5. Co-sponsored bills allowing lower-cost auto insurance options

    Rep. Wortz testifies on plan to lower auto insurance costs

    Public statement · Michigan House Republicans · Sep 25, 2026 · gophouse.org

    “House Bills 5886-5888, also sponsored by Rep. Nancy Jenkins-Arno (R-Rollin Township) and Rep. Joe Tate (D-Detroit)”

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State Representative, 34th District · Michigan 2026 General Election · The Gist