Ohio State Representative, District 54
November 3, 2026 · general election · District 54 · 2 candidates with a page
The seat is held. Rep. Kellie Deeter (R) has held the seat since January 2025 and is running for re-election.
Sources: Ohio House of Representatives District 54 · Representative Kellie Deeter - District 54
About this district
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
| Chamber | District | Note |
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| Ohio House | Ohio House, Ohio's 54th District | Ohio State Representative, District 54 |
Last time, 2024: Kellie Deeter (Republican) 65.5% · 39,271 votes; Brenda Buchanan (Democratic) 34.5% · 20,685 votes; Andrew Leonard (write-in) 0.0% · 8 votes.
Sources: 2024 Official Election Results · LaRose certifies official 2024 general election results
The candidates
Listed alphabetically by surname. Ohio rotates the order candidates appear in by precinct, so no order on this page is the order on a ballot.
- Her career experience includes working in broadcasting.
- Brenda Buchanan earned a high school diploma from Berea High School
- a bachelor's degree from Kent State University in 1985
7 of 11 sections researched · 15 sources
- Deeter's career experience includes working as a small business owner.
- Kellie Deeter earned a B.S. in nursing from Bowling Green State University
- master's degree from the University of Akron
9 of 11 sections researched · 33 sources
Brenda Buchanan
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Kellie Deeter
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The race in pictures
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A note on our coverage
Read before the columns: where one candidate has more entries than another, this says which of the two reasons it is.
Kellie Deeter's record in office has 10 entries and Brenda Buchanan's has 0. The difference reflects the length of each public record and the depth of our research; it is not a judgment.
Sources: Kellie Deeter has 21 entries and Brenda Buchanan has 8 entries. The difference reflects the length of each public record and the depth of our research; it is not a judgment.
Jump to a candidate
- Brenda Buchanan: Where they stand · What they have said, checked · Record in office · Money
- Kellie Deeter: Where they stand · What they have said, checked · Record in office · Money
Where they stand
Their own words, by issue, with the date, the venue and the link. A paraphrase is marked as one.
Abortion
Brenda Buchanan
Everyone has the right to control their own bodies. In November of 2023, Ohio voted for an amendment to the constitution which guarantees women's reproductive health rights. Yet, our state government is trying to keep or put restrictions in place that will weaken or negate this amendment. I will fight to protect it.
Source: Brenda Buchanan
Kellie Deeter
None found in the records checked
Agriculture
Brenda Buchanan
None found in the records checked
Kellie Deeter
While foodborne illness outbreaks understandably create concern, it’s important that consumers have accurate information. At this time, Ohio-grown fruits and vegetables have not been implicated in this outbreak.
Source: Rep. Kellie Deeter Encourages Ohioans to Support Local Produce While Following Food Safety Guidance
Civil rights
Brenda Buchanan
I will always put people first. Everyone deserves the freedom to be who they are and to love who they love.
Source: Brenda Buchanan
Kellie Deeter
None found in the records checked
Education
Brenda Buchanan
The governor has already reduced the state board of education to just teacher licensure and placed one person in charge of Ohio's public education. Last year, the state gave away 1 billion dollars in private school vouchers without any income limits.
Source: Brenda Buchanan
Kellie Deeter
None found in the records checked
Government ethics
Brenda Buchanan
There should be absolute transparency and total accountability. That is what we practiced on when I was on the school board.
Source: Brenda Buchanan
Kellie Deeter
None found in the records checked
Health care
Brenda Buchanan
None found in the records checked
Kellie Deeter
This bill is about protecting the integrity of Medicaid while recognizing the vital role family caregivers play in keeping loved ones safe and healthy at home. By strengthening fraud prevention measures and restoring family caregiving options, we can ensure taxpayer dollars are used appropriately while supporting the families who provide compassionate, cost-effective care every day. Good policy should both safeguard public resources and put patients first
Source: Rep. Deeter Votes in Support of Medicaid Program Integrity and Fraud Prevention Act
Roads and infrastructure
Brenda Buchanan
None found in the records checked
Kellie Deeter
I am pleased to see several important Huron County projects included in the state's capital budget. These investments will strengthen our communities, improve local infrastructure, expand recreational opportunities, and support economic development throughout the county
Source: Rep. Deeter Champions Huron County Projects, Votes in Support of Capital Budget Bill
Why they are running
Brenda Buchanan
None found in the records checked
Kellie Deeter
It is an honor to serve the people of the 54th House District. I am committed to representing those people, their principles, and values during my time in Columbus.
What they have said, checked
Newest first. Each check is shown in the checker's own rating word, with their name, the date and the link.
Brenda Buchanan
Not yet researched
Kellie Deeter
Not yet researched
Record in office
Dated actions. Any evaluation of an action is printed with the name of whoever made it and the link.
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
| Person | Date | Kind | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deeter (R) | 2025-01-01 | office | Ohio State Representative, District 54 |
| Deeter (R) | 2025-04-09 | vote | 2025-04-09 (vote): Voted yes on the state operating budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (House-passed version) (House Bill 96); the House vote was 60-39 and |
| Deeter (R) | 2025-06-11 | vote | 2025-06-11 (vote): Voted no on whether the House would concur in the Senate's amendments to the state operating budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (House Bi |
| Deeter (R) | 2025-06-25 | vote | 2025-06-25 (vote): Voted yes on the conference committee report on the state operating budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (House Bill 96); the House vote wa |
| Deeter (R) | 2025-07-21 | vote | 2025-07-21 (vote): Voted to override the governor's veto of item 66 in House Bill 96; the item removed local authority to place replacement property-tax levies |
| Deeter (R) | 2025-09-30 | bill | 2025-09-30 (bill): Joint primary sponsor, with Rep. David Thomas, of House Bill 64 (136th General Assembly), Revise age for discounted hunting, fishing license |
| Deeter (R) | 2025-12-18 | bill | 2025-12-18 (bill): Joint primary sponsor, with Rep. Brian Stewart, of House Bill 440 (136th General Assembly), Regards the Board of Nursing and criminal record |
| Deeter (R) | 2026-06-09 | bill | 2026-06-09 (bill): Primary sponsor of House Bill 52 (136th General Assembly), Revise the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists, signed into law, |
| Deeter (R) | 2026-06-10 | vote | 2026-06-10 (vote): Voted yes on adopting the joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to require identification to vote, placing it on the Novembe |
| Deeter (R) | 2026-06-30 | bill | 2026-06-30 (bill): Primary sponsor of House Bill 229 (136th General Assembly), Establish licensing process, contract requirements for PBMs, signed into law, ef |
| Deeter (R) | 2026-08-26 | bill | 2026-08-26 (bill): Primary sponsor of House Bill 377 (136th General Assembly), Regards use of light-based medical devices for hair removal, signed into law, ef |
Brenda Buchanan
None found in the records checked
Kellie Deeter
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August 26, 2026 · bill
Primary sponsor of House Bill 377 (136th General Assembly), Regards use of light-based medical devices for hair removal, signed into law, effective August 26, 2026.
Source: House Bill 377 - Regards use of light-based medical devices for hair removal
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June 30, 2026 · bill
Primary sponsor of House Bill 229 (136th General Assembly), Establish licensing process, contract requirements for PBMs, signed into law, effective June 30, 2026.
Source: House Bill 229 - Establish licensing process, contract requirements for PBMs
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June 10, 2026 · vote
Voted yes on adopting the joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to require identification to vote, placing it on the November 3, 2026 ballot as Issue 3 (Senate Joint Resolution 10); the House vote was 62-30 and the motion passed.
Sources: Senate Joint Resolution 10: votes · Senate Joint Resolution 10
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June 9, 2026 · bill
Primary sponsor of House Bill 52 (136th General Assembly), Revise the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists, signed into law, effective June 9, 2026.
Source: House Bill 52 - Revise the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists
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December 18, 2025 · bill
Joint primary sponsor, with Rep. Brian Stewart, of House Bill 440 (136th General Assembly), Regards the Board of Nursing and criminal records check results, signed into law, effective December 18, 2025.
Source: House Bill 440 - Regards the Board of Nursing and criminal records check results
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September 30, 2025 · bill
Joint primary sponsor, with Rep. David Thomas, of House Bill 64 (136th General Assembly), Revise age for discounted hunting, fishing licenses and permits, signed into law, effective September 30, 2025.
Source: House Bill 64 - Revise age for discounted hunting, fishing licenses and permits
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July 21, 2025 · vote
Voted to override the governor's veto of item 66 in House Bill 96; the item removed local authority to place replacement property-tax levies and certain emergency levies on the ballot (the House vote was 61-28, override succeeded).
Sources: House Bill 96: votes · House Bill 96
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June 25, 2025 · vote
Voted yes on the conference committee report on the state operating budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (House Bill 96); the House vote was 59-38 and the motion passed.
Sources: House Bill 96: votes · House Bill 96
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June 11, 2025 · vote
Voted no on whether the House would concur in the Senate's amendments to the state operating budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (House Bill 96); the House vote was 1-85 and the motion failed.
Sources: House Bill 96: votes · House Bill 96
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April 9, 2025 · vote
Voted yes on the state operating budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (House-passed version) (House Bill 96); the House vote was 60-39 and the motion passed.
Sources: House Bill 96: votes · House Bill 96
Money
Totals and donors exactly as filed with the FEC or the Ohio Secretary of State, each figure with its filing link.
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
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Brenda Buchanan
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
| From | To | Dollars | Share of total | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raised | Spent | 5,400.35 | 45.2% | |
| Other funds (derived) | Spent | 170.5 | 1.4% | |
| Raised | Cash on hand | 6,185.94 | 51.8% | |
| Other funds (derived) | Cash on hand | 195.3 | 1.6% |
Totals as filed
OhioSOS, as of June 12, 2026: raised $11,586, spent $5,571, cash on hand $6,381.
Ohio campaigns were due to file pre-general reports on October 22, covering activity through October 14, 2026. They are not in these figures, which come from the latest report in our records, dated June 12, 2026.
Sources: Campaign Finance Data · Campaign Finance: Cover Page search · Campaign Finance
Top donors, as filed
None found in the records checked
Outside spending
None found in the records checked
In-state share
Not yet researched
Checked: Ohio Secretary of State candidate cover-page export, 2026 reports
Kellie Deeter
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
| From | To | Dollars | Share of total | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raised | Spent | 79,521.24 | 22.8% | |
| Other funds (derived) | Spent | 116,653.91 | 33.5% | |
| Raised | Cash on hand | 61,616.51 | 17.7% | |
| Other funds (derived) | Cash on hand | 90,388.51 | 26.0% |
Totals as filed
OhioSOS, as of June 12, 2026: raised $141,138, spent $196,175, cash on hand $152,005.
Ohio campaigns were due to file pre-general reports on October 22, covering activity through October 14, 2026. They are not in these figures, which come from the latest report in our records, dated June 12, 2026.
Sources: Campaign Finance Data · Campaign Finance: Cover Page search · Campaign Finance
Top donors, as filed
None found in the records checked
Outside spending
None found in the records checked
In-state share
Not yet researched
Checked: Ohio Secretary of State candidate cover-page export, 2026 reports
The result
Not yet researched
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- House Bill 52 - Revise the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists · The Ohio House of Representatives · accessed 2026-09-21
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- House Bill 64 - Revise age for discounted hunting, fishing licenses and permits · The Ohio House of Representatives · accessed 2026-09-21
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- Senate Joint Resolution 10: votes · Ohio General Assembly
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- Rep. Kellie Deeter Encourages Ohioans to Support Local Produce While Following Food Safety Guidance · The Ohio House of Representatives · accessed 2026-09-25
- Rep. Deeter Votes in Support of Medicaid Program Integrity and Fraud Prevention Act · The Ohio House of Representatives · accessed 2026-09-25
- Rep. Deeter Champions Huron County Projects, Votes in Support of Capital Budget Bill · The Ohio House of Representatives · accessed 2026-09-25
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Quick answers
When is the 2026 Ohio State Representative, District 54 election?
The election for Ohio State Representative, District 54 is on November 3, 2026.
Who is running for Ohio State Representative, District 54 in 2026?
On the ballot for Ohio State Representative, District 54, in surname order: Brenda Buchanan (Democratic), Kellie Deeter (Republican).
Who holds the Ohio State Representative, District 54 seat now?
The seat is held by Kellie Deeter.
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