Patrick Kapenga — Republican for Michigan House District 89
Fighting to cut the waste in Lansing, eliminate Michigan's income tax, and restore the American Dream — where hard work pays off.
Rep. Luke Meerman Endorses Patrick Kapenga
After eight years representing Michigan's 89th District, Luke Meerman explains why Patrick Kapenga is the Republican he wants carrying the seat forward.
"I am proud to wholeheartedly endorse my friend Patrick Kapenga as the next State Representative for Michigan's 89th District. Patrick is a true conservative with strong roots in West Michigan, a dedicated family man, and a proven leader who is deeply committed to our community."
"The Patrick I Know"
Three women who know Patrick Kapenga personally sat down to share what kind of man he really is — beyond the yard signs and the campaign. Hear their stories in their own words.
Three Commitments to Fix Michigan
Michigan's government isn't working for you. Patrick has a clear plan to fix it. First, find the waste and eliminate it. Second, return your money to your pocket. Third, restore a system where hard work and merit matter again.
Find and Eliminate the Waste
Michigan's government is drowning in waste. Bloated agencies, redundant programs, consultant contracts that go nowhere — taxpayer money is disappearing into black holes while roads crumble and schools struggle. Patrick will conduct a comprehensive audit of state spending, eliminate duplication, cut wasteful programs, and restore accountability to Lansing. This is the foundation that makes everything else possible.
- Conduct an audit of state spending to find hidden waste and redundancy
- Identify the constant fraud, abuse, and mismanagement that plague our government
- Cut the waste from the budget and put your money back in your pocket
Eliminate Michigan's Income Tax
Michigan's 4.25% income tax drains thousands from working families every year — money that should stay in your pocket. But here's the truth: we can't just cut taxes without cutting waste first. That's why finding and eliminating the waste comes first. Once the bloat is gone, we can responsibly phase out the income tax entirely — putting real money back in your hands.
- Phase out Michigan's 4.25% income tax through responsible, phased elimination
- Redirect savings to working families — $2,400+ per household annually
- Make Michigan competitive with the nine states that already have zero income tax
- Create an economy where your effort and merit determine your success
Restore the American Dream
The American Dream isn't dead — it's asleep. And Michigan needs to wake it up. For too long, our institutions have prioritized everything except merit. Patrick will fight to restore merit-based systems in education, workforce development, business licensing, and hiring. If you work hard, you should succeed. If you're the most qualified, you should get the job. That's not radical. That's American.
- Restore merit-based systems in schools, colleges, and workforce development
- Remove barriers that punish success and reward employers who hire the least qualified
- Lower the cost of insurance and utilities for families and small businesses
- Build an economy where hard work = reward, and skill = opportunity
One of Us —Not a Career Politician.
Patrick Kapenga grew up on a farm in West Michigan, built his own business, and has spent his adult life serving family and community. He has seen firsthand what big government does to real families — and he decided to do something about it.
Small business is in his blood — his great-grandfather opened Jack's Hamburgs in 1961, and Patrick started baling hay on his grandfather's farm at the age of five. When the 2008 collapse wiped the family out financially, they moved in with relatives and paid back every penny they owed.
Patrick has walked the walk. He and his wife have raised their own kids, opened their home as respite foster parents, managed payroll, and led through faith. That is not a campaign bio — it is a Tuesday.
Lansing has lost touch with the people it is supposed to serve, and Patrick decided he was done waiting for someone else to fix it. He will fight to eliminate Michigan's income tax entirely. He will stand with farmers against state overreach. And he will defend the sanctity of life — full stop. He has lived these convictions every single day.
Michigan House District 89
District 89 spans three counties across West Michigan. Patrick Kapenga will represent all of them — the families, the workers, the small business owners — with integrity and conservative conviction.
Kent County
Kent County is the heart of West Michigan — Grand Rapids, the surrounding suburbs, and the small towns that make this region what it is. Families, churches, and locally-owned businesses drive everything here.
Ottawa County
Ottawa County runs deep — deep faith, deep agricultural roots, and a deep commitment to limited government. It is one of the most conservative counties in Michigan for a reason.
Muskegon County
The lakeshore communities of Muskegon County are built by people who work with their hands — blue-collar families, manufacturers, small-town leaders. They deserve a representative who shows up for them.
"Every resident deserves a representative who shows up, listens, and fights for their interests - not for the party bosses in Lansing."
- Patrick Kapenga