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2 candidates are tracked for Michigan Senate District 12 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Kevin Hertel and John Goldwater. Candidate information follows official Wayne County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Kevin Hertel (Democratic), John Goldwater (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Michigan Senate District 12; Kevin Hertel is the sitting member, per the Michigan Senate's official roster (senate.michigan.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 4, 2026 primary, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results; Michigan prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Democratic · Incumbent
Kevin Hertel is the Democratic nominee for Michigan Senate District 12 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official August 4, 2026 primary results. Kevin Hertel is a sitting member for the district, per the Michigan Senate's official roster (senate.michigan.gov). This name has not yet been researched.
Republican
John Goldwater is the Republican nominee for Michigan Senate District 12 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official August 4, 2026 primary results. This name has not yet been researched.