November 22, 2023 

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Governor Whitmer Calls for Special Election to Fill Vacant House Seats  

LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer sent a letter to Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson calling for a special election to fill two vacant seats in the Michigan House of Representatives.  

The vacancy is caused by the election of State Representative Lori Stone, who previously represented the 13th House District, to mayor of Warren and State Representative Kevin Coleman, who previously represented the 25th House District, to mayor of Westland.  

"The Michigan Legislature had one of the most productive sessions in Michigan history thanks to Michiganders who elected leaders, like state representatives Coleman and Stone, to get things done on the issues that make a real difference in people’s lives," said Governor Whitmer. "As we look ahead to 2024, these special elections will ensure that Michiganders in the 13th and 25th districts have representation in Lansing working for them as soon as possible. I look forward to working with the next representatives from these districts when voters elect them in the new year."  

The governor calls for a special primary election to be held on January 30, 2024, and the general election to be held on April 16, 2024.    

For information about elections in Michigan, visit www.Michigan.gov/elections.    

To view the full letter, click the link below: 

• Special Election Letter 

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