Kevin Hertel

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Kevin Hertel

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Senate
Date of Birth 1985 (Age: 41)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Kevin Hertel holds a degree in political science from Michigan State University, where he was active in advocating for increased higher education funding. He interned for a state senator, gaining early experience in legislative processes. Hertel spent several years in the private sector, most notably as a legislative analyst and special assistant for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. He transitioned to public service, serving in the Michigan House of Representatives before being elected to the Michigan Senate, where he currently holds office.

Political Ideas

Kevin Hertel presents a unique blend of fiscal conservatism and progressive social policies, advocating for tax cuts while pushing for expansive public investments in education, health care, and community safety. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, indicating a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Hertel's rhetorical style emphasizes local community needs and regional economic stability, often framing national issues through a distinctly Michigan-centric lens.

Campaigns
2022: Michigan State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

12th district

62,772 votes (50.16%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Appropriations
Member
Energy and Environment
Member
Health Policy
Member
Military
Member
Veterans
Member
State Police
Member
PreK-12
Member
Regulatory Affairs
Member
Transportation
Member
Transportation and Infrastructure
Member
Veterans and Emergency Services
Member
2020: Michigan State House of Representatives

Election History

General Election

32,569 votes (60.27%)

Loss

Winner: Tenisha R. Yancey, Abraham Aiyash, Sarah Anthony, Amos O'Neal, Andrea K. Schroeder, Bob Bezotte, Brenda Carter, Bryan Posthumus, Cynthia A. Johnson, Christine Morse, Annette Glenn, Gary Howell, Jason Wentworth, Jim Lilly, Doug Wozniak, John Reilly, Ben Frederick, Julie Alexander, Julie Calley, Beth Griffin, Gary R. Eisen, Kevin Coleman, Kyra Harris Bolden, Greg Markkanen, Beau Matthew LaFave, Mari Manoogian, Pamela Hornberger, Richard Steenland, Ryan Berman, Bronna Kahle, TC Clements, Tim Sneller, Helena Scott, Julie Rogers, Joe Tate, Kara Hope, Karen Whitsett, Kelly Breen, Ken Borton, Lori M. Stone, Mark Tisdel, Matt Hall, Michele Hoitenga, Mike Mueller, Nate Shannon, Pat Outman, Pauline Wendzel, Regina Weiss, Ronnie D. Peterson, Scott A. VanSingel, Steve Carra, Steven Johnson, Timmy Beson, Tullio Liberati, Tyrone Carter, David LaGrand, Diana Farrington, Angela Witwer, Donna Lasinski, David Martin, Cynthia Neeley, Daire L. Rendon, Ann Bollin, Darrin Camilleri, Jewell Jones, Jim Ellison, Rodney Wakeman, Felicia Brabec, Graham Filler, Greg VanWoerkom, William J. Sowerby, Padma Kuppa, Samantha Steckloff, Abdullah Hammoud, Alex Garza, Brad Paquette, Andrew Beeler, Andrew Fink, Mary Whiteford, Cara A. Clemente, Sue Allor, Terry Sabo, Tommy Brann, Yousef Rabhi, Jeffrey Yaroch, Joseph Bellino, John Damoose, John Cherry, John Roth, Julie Brixie, Laurie Pohutsky, Luke Meerman, Mark Huizenga, Rachel Hood, Mary Cavanagh, Matt Koleszar, Phil Green, Ranjeev Puri, Jack O'Malley, Sara Cambensy, Sarah Lightner, Shri Thanedar, Thomas Albert

2018: Michigan State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

18th District

25,820 votes (62.65%)

Win
2016: Michigan State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

18th District )

29,247 votes (63.31%)

Win