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Matthew Bierlein

Republican · Michigan · 2026

Running for Michigan Senate District 26, Michigan

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • A 'Taxpayer Receipt Act' providing annual reports on tax allocation
  • A state-level Work Opportunity Tax Credit and reduced regulatory burdens
  • Regulating AI in campaigns, including deepfake legislation
Biography

Matthew Bierlein has represented Michigan's 97th House District since 2023 and previously worked in manufacturing as a machine operator, purchasing manager and production manager, according to the Michigan House Republicans caucus site. He served as a Tuscola County commissioner from 2013 to 2019 and owns a physical therapy practice with his wife, Dr. Mindy Bierlein, in Frankenmuth and Bridgeport. He is running for the open 26th Senate District.

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Michigan Senate District 26Michigan · 2026Saginaw County sample ballot

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