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State · 2026 Candidate

Michael Owen

Running for State House District 70, District 70
Party: RepublicanIncumbentStatus: Active
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Running against

Other 2026 candidates for State House District 70, 70.

Luther Wilkins
Democrat · Active
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Positions on Key Issues

Sourced from campaign websites, interviews, debates, and public statements.

Immigration
Passed the toughest immigration enforcement laws in the nation
Passed the toughest immigration enforcement laws in the nation
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Local Government
Keep taxes low and stand up to fee increases Invest in roads and infrastructure to combat traffic Require more stringent approval process of development Support our Sheriff’s Office to protect our community Promote Hillsborough County as a destination for high wage jobs Paid by Michael Owen, Republican, for State Representative, District 70 Scroll to top
Keep taxes low and stand up to fee increases Invest in roads and infrastructure to combat traffic Require more stringent approval process of development Support our Sheriff’s Office to protect our community Promote Hillsborough County as a destination for high wage jobs Paid by Michael Owen, Republican, for State Representative, District 70 Scroll to top
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Economy
Proven record of cutting taxes Attended Burns Junior High, Bloomingdale High School 40+ Year resident of Hillsborough County Decades long small business owner
Proven record of cutting taxes Attended Burns Junior High, Bloomingdale High School 40+ Year resident of Hillsborough County Decades long small business owner
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Transportation
Passed the toughest immigration enforcement laws in the nation Reduced government spending by $3.8 BILLION $1.3 billion in tax relief and nearly $1 billion in debt reduction Stopped corporate entities from buying their way on to our state’s Constitution Invested a record $13.8 billion into new roads and infrastructure upgrades to reduce traffic congestion
Passed the toughest immigration enforcement laws in the nation Reduced government spending by $3.8 BILLION $1.3 billion in tax relief and nearly $1 billion in debt reduction Stopped corporate entities from buying their way on to our state’s Constitution Invested a record $13.8 billion into new roads and infrastructure upgrades to reduce traffic congestion
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Frequently Asked

Who is Michael Owen?
Michael Owen is a 2026 Republican candidate for State House District 70, 70 and is the current incumbent. Michael Owen has stated positions on 4 key issues.
What office is Michael Owen running for?
Michael Owen is running for State House District 70, 70.
How can I learn more about Michael Owen's positions?
Michael Owen's stated positions cover: Immigration, Local Government, Economy, Transportation. See full positions below.

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