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State Senator, 12th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on Michigan laws and the state budget and confirms many of the Governor's appointments.
Covers part of Macomb, Wayne and St. Clair counties.
Public safety
John GoldwaterRepublican
No documented position found.
Kevin HertelDemocratic
- Sponsored a bill strengthening Wyatt's Law on child abuse registries.In office
Economy & jobs
John GoldwaterRepublican
No documented position found.
Kevin HertelDemocratic
- Supports $152 million for Selfridge Air National Guard Base.In office
- Supports keeping Michigan's prevailing wage law.In office
Health & human services
John GoldwaterRepublican
No documented position found.
Kevin HertelDemocratic
- Sponsored association health plans for small businesses.In office
Courts & justice
John GoldwaterRepublican
No documented position found.
Kevin HertelDemocratic
- Sponsored bills extending the statute of limitations for sexual assault.In office
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