Chris Tanner

Chris Tanner is a candidate for Kansas House of Representatives District 54 Primary Election in 2026 in Kansas State House District 54, Kansas.

Property manager in Topeka, KS

Also running: Ken Corbet, Melvin Hicks.

Chris Tanner is a lifelong Kansan and Topeka resident for over 30 years, running as a Democrat for Kansas House of Representatives District 54. With a background as a property manager, maintenance worker, pastor, and community volunteer, he is driven by personal experience with healthcare costs, inspiring his support for affordable healthcare, including Medicaid expansion. His platform also advocates for lower property taxes, strong public schools, better jobs, and protecting constitutional rights. He believes in practical leadership focused on working families.