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State Representative, 51st 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 Oakland County.
Taxes & budget
Stacey McDuffieDemocratic
- Supports exploring property tax relief for teachers, nurses, responders.
Matt MaddockRepublican
- Sponsored bills moving new local millage votes to November.In office
- Opposes tax increases in the governor's budget proposal.In office
Education
Stacey McDuffieDemocratic
- Proposes teacher advisory panels to inform legislation.
Matt MaddockRepublican
No documented position found.
Roads & infrastructure
Stacey McDuffieDemocratic
- Supports tying utility rate increases to demonstrated results.
Matt MaddockRepublican
No documented position found.
Health & human services
Stacey McDuffieDemocratic
No documented position found.
Matt MaddockRepublican
- Sponsored bill limiting retroactive Medicaid coverage.In office
Government & transparency
Stacey McDuffieDemocratic
- Supports clear legal pathways to citizenship.
Matt MaddockRepublican
- Voted to end secret severance deals for departing state employees.In office
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