Michael Howe

Background

Howe is North Dakota’s 15th Secretary of State and is running for re-election in 2026. His campaign website describes him as a fifth-generation farmer near Casselton, with prior experience in agriculture policy and six years in the North Dakota House of Representatives.

Sources: Michael Howe campaign website, What's on the Ballot in Bismarck: November 3, 2026 Election

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Elections and business

  He says he is running for re-election to preserve and protect election integrity and to help ensure North Dakota remains a good place to start and grow a business.

  Michael Howe campaign website

• Office priorities

  His campaign describes its focus as continuing his work as secretary of state; the site does not provide further specific local-issue positions in the material reviewed.

  Michael Howe campaign website