State Representative District 79 in Maine State House District 79, Maine

2026 Primary Election

• Michael J Lance — Incumbent State Representative in Paris, ME

  Michael J. Lance is the incumbent State Representative for Maine's House District 79, encompassing Paris, Sumner, West Paris, and Woodstock. A Republican, he began his first term in December 2024 and seeks re-election in the 2026 Maine Primary. Beyond his legislative role, he is a tool technician and a volunteer firefighter for Paris Fire. He previously taught science and coached for 35 years, earning Class C Assistant Coach of the Year in 2017. Lance holds degrees from Plymouth State College and the University of Southern Maine. An active community member, he belongs to the Oxford Lodge and Saint Catherine of Sienna. He is married with three children and enjoys outdoor pursuits. He has also joined legislative Republicans in urging the revocation of Gulf of Maine offshore wind leases.

• Brianna Fern Lueck — Candidate for State Representative in ME

  Brianna Fern Lueck is a Democratic candidate for the Maine House of Representatives, representing District 79. She is seeking election in the 2026 primary, which is scheduled for June 9. Lueck has opted to participate in the Maine Clean Elections Act for her campaign financing. Although her professional background is not detailed in available information, she has engaged with the legislative process by providing testimony on legislative document LD 2226 to the Maine Legislature, indicating an interest in state policy. Her campaign treasurer is Luke Jensen.