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2026 Race · Ohio

U.S. House (District 12)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 12) in Ohio is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Troy Balderson (Republican) and Jerrad Christian (Democratic). The seat is currently held by Troy Balderson (Republican), who has served since September 2018, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Jerrad Christian

Democratic

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Troy Balderson

Republican · Since September 2018

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Energy and Commerce

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9332

    Load Forecasting Enhancement Act

  • HR.3747

    AADAPT Act

2026 Ohio U.S. House (District 12) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 12) in Ohio in 2026?

Troy Balderson (Republican) and Jerrad Christian (Democratic). Troy Balderson is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Ohio U.S. House (District 12) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by Ohio and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Troy Balderson, a Republican, currently represents Ohio, serving since September 2018.

What committees does Troy Balderson serve on?

Troy Balderson serves on House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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