Deanne Austin

Candidate for Michigan House of Representatives in Detroit, MI

Deanne Austin is a candidate for Representative in State Legislature District 8 in Michigan State House District 8, Michigan — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Chris Gilmer-Hill, Fedor Kinaya, Helena Scott, Bruce P. Langran, Tonya Renay Wells.

Deanne Austin is an educator, organizer, and community advocate running for the Michigan House of Representatives in District 8. A graduate of Michigan State University, she has extensive experience organizing alongside families to advance maternal health, reproductive justice, and public transit access. Austin also serves as a Detroit Future City ambassador for sustainability and focuses on expanding affordable childcare, healthcare, and housing to support working families.