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

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