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State Senator, 13th 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 Oakland County.
Public safety
Sean CarlsonDemocratic
No documented position found.
Ryan BermanRepublican
- Sponsored bills to improve police funding and training.
- Opposes efforts to defund the police.
Education
Sean CarlsonDemocratic
- Supports better pay for public school teachers.
Ryan BermanRepublican
- Sponsored $1.3 billion in school aid during COVID-19.
Economy & jobs
Sean CarlsonDemocratic
- Supports a strong manufacturing base in Michigan.
Ryan BermanRepublican
No documented position found.
Health & human services
Sean CarlsonDemocratic
No documented position found.
Ryan BermanRepublican
- Supported preserving coverage for catastrophic auto-accident survivors.
Government & transparency
Sean CarlsonDemocratic
No documented position found.
Ryan BermanRepublican
- Pledges to advance transparency and accountability in government.
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