Jennifer Wortz
Jennifer Wortz (Republican Party) is a member of the Michigan House of Representatives, representing District 35. She assumed office on January 1, 2025. Her current term ends on January 1, 2027.
Wortz (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the Michigan House of Representatives to represent District 35. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Republican primary on August 4, 2026.
Biography
Jennifer Wortz earned a bachelor's degree in agriculture communications from Michigan State University in 2000. Her career experience includes working as a high school Agriscience teacher, a homeschool educator, and a partner in a family-owned agricultural business.[1][2]
Sponsored legislation
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Committee assignments
2025-2026
Wortz was assigned to the following committees:
- House Agriculture Committee, Majority Vice Chair
- Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Committee
- Transportation Committee
Elections
2026
See also: Michigan House of Representatives elections, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for Michigan House of Representatives District 35
Incumbent Jennifer Wortz (R) and Jeff Cooley (D) are running in the general election for Michigan House of Representatives District 35 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
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| Jeff Cooley (D) | ||
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Democratic primary
Democratic primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35
Jeff Cooley (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35 on August 4, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Jeff Cooley | 100.0 | 5,029 | |
| Total votes: 5,029 | |||
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Republican primary
Republican primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35
Incumbent Jennifer Wortz (R) advanced from the Republican primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35 on August 4, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jennifer Wortz | 100.0 | 9,403 |
| Total votes: 9,403 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
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2024
See also: Michigan House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Michigan House of Representatives District 35
Jennifer Wortz defeated Don Hicks in the general election for Michigan House of Representatives District 35 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jennifer Wortz (R) | 74.1 | 33,647 |
| Don Hicks (D) | 25.9 | 11,777 | ||
| Total votes: 45,424 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35
Don Hicks advanced from the Democratic primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Don Hicks | 100.0 | 2,635 | |
| Total votes: 2,635 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35
Jennifer Wortz defeated Adam Stockford and Tom Matthew in the Republican primary for Michigan House of Representatives District 35 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jennifer Wortz | 52.0 | 7,385 |
| Adam Stockford | 29.9 | 4,253 | ||
| Tom Matthew | 18.1 | 2,566 | ||
| Total votes: 14,204 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Andrew Fink (R)
Campaign finance
Endorsements
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Jennifer Wortz received the following endorsements and voter guide recommendations.
Campaign themes
2026
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2024
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Scorecards
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Candidate Michigan House of Representatives District 35 |
Officeholder Michigan House of Representatives District 35 |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Andrew Fink (R) |
Michigan House of Representatives District 35 2025-Present |
Succeeded by - |
