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State Senator, 8th 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 and Wayne counties.
Education
Dayna PolehankiDemocratic
- Sponsored bills making universal free school meals permanent.In office
- Sponsored the 2026 law limiting student classroom cell phone use.In office
- Sponsored legislation on teacher recruitment and retention.In office
Kenneth D. MasseyRepublican
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Dayna PolehankiDemocratic
- Co-sponsored bills to prevent microplastic pollution in waterways.In office
Kenneth D. MasseyRepublican
No documented position found.
Courts & justice
Dayna PolehankiDemocratic
- Supported creating a behavioral health jail diversion program.In office
Kenneth D. MasseyRepublican
No documented position found.
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