State
State Senator, 20th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 3
- 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 Berrien, Van Buren, Allegan and Kent counties.
Public safety
Dale MurneyDemocratic
No documented position found.
Chris MoraitisRepublican
- Opposes new gun restrictions on lawful owners
- Opposes releasing repeat offenders before trial
Shamara ClayGreen
No documented position found.
Education
Dale MurneyDemocratic
- Proposes a living wage to recruit and keep certified teachers
- Proposes opening state preschool to all families from age 3
- Proposes keeping Chromebooks out of classrooms before 4th grade
- Proposes a life-skills class as a graduation requirement
Chris MoraitisRepublican
- Supports a greater parental voice in education
Shamara ClayGreen
No documented position found.
Housing
Dale MurneyDemocratic
- Pledges to increase affordable housing options
Chris MoraitisRepublican
No documented position found.
Shamara ClayGreen
No documented position found.
Economy & jobs
Dale MurneyDemocratic
- Proposes expanding vocational education statewide
- Supports farm solar and digesters as added farm income
Chris MoraitisRepublican
- Supports cutting regulations and lowering taxes on businesses
Shamara ClayGreen
No documented position found.
Roads & infrastructure
Dale MurneyDemocratic
No documented position found.
Chris MoraitisRepublican
- Proposes dedicating road funds strictly to infrastructure
Shamara ClayGreen
No documented position found.
Health & human services
Dale MurneyDemocratic
No documented position found.
Chris MoraitisRepublican
- Opposes abortion
Shamara ClayGreen
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.