Jack Bader is from Vassar, Michigan. He is expecting his first child in May.

Democrat announces campaign for 97th District State House seat

Jack is a realtor and a small business owner.

Jack's campaign for Michigan State Representative, District 97, is his first time running for public office.

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Supports fair wages, local business support, and investment in public infrastructure.

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- A state representative is an elected member of the Michigan House of Representatives, which is the lower chamber of the Michigan Legislature.
- State representatives introduce, debate, amend, and vote on bills that become state laws.
- The Michigan House of Representatives consists of 110 members, each representing a specific district within the state.
- State representatives are elected to serve two-year terms and are limited to a combined total of 12 years in the Michigan Legislature under current term limit rules.
- Candidates must be at least 21 years old, a U.S. citizen, a registered voter, and a resident of Michigan and the district they represent.
- State representatives receive a salary set by the state, which is approximately $71,000 per year.

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