Ohio State Representative, District 75
November 3, 2026 · general election · District 75 · 2 candidates with a page
The seat is held. Rep. Haraz Ghanbari (R) has held this seat since January 1, 2023, after previously representing District 3 from 2019 to 2022, and is running for re-election, so the seat remains held.
Sources: Ohio House of Representatives District 75 · Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari - District 75
About this district
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
| Chamber | District | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio House | Ohio House, Ohio's 75th District | Ohio State Representative, District 75 |
Counties: Wood
Last time, 2024: Haraz N. Ghanbari (Republican) 59.4% · 32,907 votes; Jan Materni (Democratic) 40.6% · 22,490 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.
- Director of military and veteran affairs, University of Toledo.
- Staff photojournalist for the Associated Press, Washington bureau; member of the White House Press Corps.
- Councilman, Perrysburg, Ohio.
9 of 11 sections researched · 30 sources
- High school English and business teacher and school counselor for 33 years, retiring in spring 2026. (per campaign)
- President, Perrysburg City Council. (per campaign)
- High school diploma, Napoleon High School.
7 of 11 sections researched · 10 sources
Haraz N. Ghanbari
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Richard Rettig
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The race in pictures
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
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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.
Endorsements received: Haraz N. Ghanbari has 7 entries and Richard Rettig has 3 entries. The difference reflects the length of each public record and the depth of our research; it is not a judgment.
Where they stand: Richard Rettig has 9 entries and Haraz N. Ghanbari has 3 entries. The difference reflects the length of each public record and the depth of our research; it is not a judgment.
Haraz N. Ghanbari's record in office has 6 entries and Richard Rettig's has 0. The difference reflects the length of each public record and the depth of our research; it is not a judgment.
Sources: Haraz N. Ghanbari has 16 entries and Richard Rettig has 4 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
- Haraz N. Ghanbari: Where they stand · What they have said, checked · Record in office · Money
- Richard Rettig: 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.
Agriculture
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
Oppose reckless trade policies that harm Ohio's soybean, corn, and grain farmers.
Source: Richard Rettig
Data centers
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
Require extensive environmental and community impact studies before new data centers are approved.
Source: Richard Rettig
Education
Haraz N. Ghanbari
By recognizing the rigorous training and real-world experience earned by graduates of the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s academies, we are creating a practical pathway for these dedicated public servants to continue their education, earn a college degree and advance their careers.
Richard Rettig
Support full, permanent implementation of the Fair School Funding Plan.
Source: Richard Rettig
Elections and voting
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
Push for campaign finance reform to get utility money out of Ohio politics.
Source: Richard Rettig
Energy and utility bills
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
Repeal any remaining ratepayer subsidies that flow from the HB 6 era.
Source: Richard Rettig
Environment and water
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
Protect Ohio's water, soil, and air quality for future generations of farmers and families.
Source: Richard Rettig
Government ethics
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
Demand full accountability for the HB 6 scandal and support a Department of Justice investigation into all connected parties.
Source: Richard Rettig
Jobs and the economy
Haraz N. Ghanbari
Ohio’s number one ranking is welcome news, but it is not an accident. It reflects the strength of our workforce, the grit of our communities and the pro-growth policies that have helped make Ohio a place where businesses can invest, expand and create good-paying jobs,
Source: Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari Applauds Ohio's Ranking as Top State for Business
Richard Rettig
None found in the records checked
Public safety
Haraz N. Ghanbari
It threatens the safety of employees and customers, drives up costs for consumers and undermines businesses in communities across Ohio.
Source: Ghanbari named Ohio's Retail Crime Fighter of the Year
Richard Rettig
None found in the records checked
School choice
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
End Ohio's private school voucher program, which overwhelmingly subsidizes families who were already attending private school.
Source: Richard Rettig
Why they are running
Haraz N. Ghanbari
None found in the records checked
Richard Rettig
With 33 years in the schools, I know exactly what our future workforce needs, and as a council president, I know how to get things done.
Source: Rettig announces candidacy for Ohio’s 75th House district
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.
Haraz N. Ghanbari
Not yet researched
Richard Rettig
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghanbari (R) | 2019-03-27 | office | Ohio State Representative, District 3 |
| Ghanbari (R) | 2023-01-01 | office | Ohio State Representative, District 75 |
| Ghanbari (R) | 2025-01-08 | bill | 2025-01-08 (bill): Primary sponsor of House Bill 366 (135th General Assembly), Enact FORCE Act re: organized retail theft, signed into law January 8, 2025 (eff |
| Ghanbari (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 |
| Ghanbari (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 |
| Ghanbari (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 |
| Ghanbari (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 |
| Ghanbari (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 |
Haraz N. Ghanbari
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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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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
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January 8, 2025 · bill
Primary sponsor of House Bill 366 (135th General Assembly), Enact FORCE Act re: organized retail theft, signed into law January 8, 2025 (effective April 9, 2025).
Richard Rettig
Not yet researched
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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Haraz N. Ghanbari
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
| From | To | Dollars | Share of total | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raised | Spent | 30,172.33 | 31.9% | |
| Other funds (derived) | Spent | 38,152.01 | 40.3% | |
| Raised | Cash on hand | 11,660.68 | 12.3% | |
| Other funds (derived) | Cash on hand | 14,744.59 | 15.6% |
Totals as filed
OhioSOS, as of June 12, 2026: raised $41,833, spent $68,324, cash on hand $26,405.
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
Richard Rettig
The numbers behind this figure, as a table
| From | To | Dollars | Share of total | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raised | Spent | 5,926.83 | 53.4% | |
| Raised | Cash on hand | 5,174.17 | 46.6% |
Totals as filed
OhioSOS, as of July 29, 2026: raised $11,101, spent $5,927, cash on hand $5,174.
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 July 29, 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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Quick answers
When is the 2026 Ohio State Representative, District 75 election?
The election for Ohio State Representative, District 75 is on November 3, 2026.
Who is running for Ohio State Representative, District 75 in 2026?
On the ballot for Ohio State Representative, District 75, in surname order: Haraz N. Ghanbari (Republican), Richard Rettig (Democratic).
Who holds the Ohio State Representative, District 75 seat now?
The seat is held by Haraz N. Ghanbari.
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