Henry Helgerson

Henry Helgerson is a candidate for Kansas House of Representatives District 83 Primary Election in 2026 in Kansas State House District 83, Kansas.

Incumbent Member of the Kansas House of Representatives in Eastborough, KS

Also running: Zachary Werhan.

Henry Helgerson is a seasoned Democratic politician representing District 83 in the Kansas House of Representatives, a position he has held since 2016. He previously served multiple terms in the Kansas House (1983-2001) and Kansas Senate (2003-2004). Born in Wichita, Kansas, Helgerson is running for re-election in the 2026 Democratic primary. His campaign priorities include funding public education, expanding Medicaid, eliminating the state sales tax on groceries, and balancing the budget. He currently serves on committees covering Veterans, Military and Homeland Security, Transportation, and Taxation.