Background
Briar Bearss served in the U.S. Army. He earned a high school diploma from the Millington High School and a bachelor's degree from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 2022.
Bearss' career experience includes working as an entrepreneur.[1]
- Bachelor's:
- U.S. Military Academy at West Point, 2022
- High school:
- Millington High Schoool
In their own words
Who are you? Tell us about yourself.
Army Veteran. Proven Leader. West Point Graduate.
Conservative Republican candidate for State Representative in Michigan's 97th District.
A former Army Officer, Briar is ready to lead Saginaw, Tuscola, Bay, and Genesee counties in the State House.
Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?
Cut Taxes & Wasteful Government Spending. Keep paychecks in the pockets of hardworking Michigan families and seniors.Restore Worker Freedom. Cut the red tape driving jobs and businesses out of our state.Fix our Schools. Michigan ranks 45th in K-12 education. Our kids deserve better.
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Labor and Economic Opportunity
Regulation Reform
K-12 Education
On the 2026 ballot
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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.
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