AFP-MI Announces Legislative Endorsements to Take Back the House in November
Lansing, MI—Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI) today announced its first slate of endorsed candidates for the general election on November 5, 2024.
AFP-MI endorsed the following candidates in their state primary races and is prepared to continue supporting them through the November election: State Rep. Jamie Thompson (HD-28), Dale Biniecki (HD-31), Steve Frisbie (HD-44), State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz (HD-46), Ron Robinson (HD-58), State Rep. Donni Steele (HD-54), State Rep. Mark Tisdel (HD-55), State Rep. Tom Kuhn (HD-57), Lisa Trombley (HD-103).
AFP-MI is also endorsing Rylee Linting (HD-27), Robert Wojtowicz (HD-61), State Rep. Alicia St. Germaine (HD-62), Karl Bohnak (HD-109), Tommy Brann (HD-83), Tim Kelly (HD-93), State Rep. David “Dave” Martin (HD-68) to ensure they win their elections in November.
AFP-MI State Director Tim Golding issued the following statement:
“AFP-MI is equipped and ready to put our full support behind each of these candidates to ensure they win in November. These principled candidates know what is on the line for Michiganders in this election and with the full support of AFP-MI, they are ready to step up to the challenge and defeat the one-party rule in Lansing that’s responsible for putting the American Dream out of reach for Michigan’s families and small businesses.
“AFP-MI is ready to flip the House and support a policy majority and put opportunity and prosperity back within reach. We can only achieve this by electing policy champions in November who will cut radical spending, lower taxes, and increase opportunity for all Michiganders.”
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Background:
Rylee Linting (HD-27)
A promising fiscal conservative, Rylee Linting is also a champion for worker freedom, restrained government spending, and lower taxes, which will help Michiganders keep more of their hard-earned paychecks. A first-time candidate, her energy is just what Michigan needs in the state house.
Robert Wojtowicz (HD-61)
As a school board member, Robert Wojtowicz has a strong grasp on education issues and promises to be a key player in expanding education opportunity. He is a strong supporter of free markets and will work hard to lower taxes, reduce spending, and promote a healthy environment for Michigan workers and businesses.
State Rep. Alicia St. Germaine (HD-62)
During her time in the house, Rep. Alicia St. Germaine has become a trusted voice and fighter for education freedom, workers’ rights, and free speech. She promises to continue supporting Michiganders’ freedoms and fighting for better policies that improve their lives.
Karl Bohnak (HD-109)
A former meteorologist, Karl Bohnak will work hard to get government out of the way and create opportunity for all Michiganders. As a top priority, Bohnak will support major energy reforms and promises to repeal Michigan’s renewable energy mandate. From energy to education and the economy, Bohnak will be a key voice in the fight for freedom in Lansing.
Tommy Brann (HD-83)
As a small business owner, Tommy Brann knows what it takes for Michigan businesses to succeed. With his experience serving in the house from 2017 to 2021, he’s cemented himself as a leading voice on economic issues such as Right to Work and advocates for lower taxes and reduced government spending. He is passionate about empowering Michiganders whether it be running a business or having the opportunity to choose your child’s education path to success.
Tim Kelly (HD-93)
As a former State House member, Tim Kelly knows what Michiganders expect from a principled leader and promises to stand up to the challenge. His track record supporting Right to Work and reducing occupational licensing requirements set him up to be a pro-freedom partner and achieving policies that empower Michiganders.
State Rep. David “Dave” Martin (HD-68)
As vice chair of the Natural Resources Committee, Martin has pushed back against radical energy policies that would ultimately kill jobs and increase utility costs for Michiganders. State Rep. Dave Martin isn’t afraid of the challenge and Michiganders can trust he will be a leading voice in the fight for freedom.
Primary endorsed candidates:
State Rep. Jamie Thompson (HD-28)
Small business and workers have a loyal champion in Rep. Thompson, who is a champion of worker freedom and willing to stand up to entrenched special interests. First elected in 2022, Rep. Thompson is a mother and grandmother who understands that Michiganders prosper when government stops picking winners and losers and instead lets people chart their own path.
Dale Biniecki (HD-31)
Retired business owner Dale Biniecki has the right mindset to take on Lansing. He will fight to oppose lop-sided energy mandates, push back against corporate cronyism, and stand up for agribusinesses that have struggled to survive inflation and increased regulation. Taxpayers will have a defender with him in office as a fiscal hawk ready to cut spending and reduce Michiganders’ tax burdens.
Steve Frisbie (HD-44)
Steve Frisbie brings a wealth of private and public-sector experience to his bid to represent Michigan’s 44th House District. As a leader in Emergent Health Partners LifeCare Ambulance Service, Frisbie is a staunch supporter of increasing access to telemedicine. He currently serves as a county commissioner and can bring responsible budgeting to Lansing. His previous experience as an adjunct professor for twenty years will also help him address the shortcomings of one-size-fits-all education systems.
State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz (HD-46)
In her first term, Rep. Schmaltz has stood strong against a barrage of measures that limit worker freedom and economic opportunity in the Great Lakes State. She’s also an energy watchdog for ratepayers who opposes unnecessary and costly energy regulations and supports repealing the state gas tax.
Ron Robinson (HD-58)
Entrepreneur, former marine, and current member of the Utica City Council, Ron Robinson will come to Lansing to support education freedom, expanded education opportunities, and vote to phase out the state’s income and gas taxes.
State Rep. Donni Steele (HD-54)
Constituents of Michigan’s 54th House District can rely on Rep. Steele to continue working to advance worker freedom, keep energy prices low, and push back against tax increases. In her first term, Rep. Steele bravely stood up to the entrenched interests looking to increase the size of government.
State Rep. Mark Tisdel (HD-55)
Rep. Mark Tisdel has a keen understanding of his constituents’ priorities. He opposed repealing the Right to Work in Michigan and fought for economic opportunities for all workers and employers when bidding for state government contracts. Tisdel also champions expanding education opportunities for Michigan’s students and giving parents more say in their children’s education.
State Rep. Tom Kuhn (HD-57)
In his first term, Rep. Kuhn has become a reliable fiscal hawk for Michigan taxpayers. Beyond advocating for reduced tax burdens, Kuhn has advocated for spending restraint and transparency in state budgeting. Outside fiscal issues, Kuhn has supported worker freedom and expanding educational opportunities, especially in higher education.
Lisa Trombley (HD-103)
Newcomer Lisa Trombley has set her sights on improving Michigan’s business landscape by reducing government spending and cutting taxes to promote economic growth.
