Kansas House of Representatives District 1 in Kansas State House District 1, Kansas

2026 Primary Election

• Dale Helwig — Incumbent Kansas State Representative in KS

  Dale Helwig is an incumbent Republican State Representative for Kansas's 1st District, serving since January 2025. A rancher and contractor by profession, he advocates for fiscal responsibility and limited government. He supports preventing taxpayer funds from being used for ballot question advocacy and establishing a presidential primary in Kansas to increase voter influence. Helwig also backs legislation to prohibit state and local public benefits for individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. A proponent of tax relief, he proposes freezing property taxes for seniors and requiring certain non-profit medical organizations to pay property taxes. He expresses gratitude for the opportunity to serve as his constituents' voice in Topeka.