Jennifer Wortz

Jennifer Wortz earned a bachelor's degree in agriculture communications from Michigan State University in 2000. Her career experience includes working as a high school Agriscience teacher, a homeschool educator, and a partner in a family-owned agricultural business.[1][2]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I grew up on a small cash crop and beef farm in Hillsdale County and eventually received a degree in Agricultural Communications from Michigan State University. I’ve been married to my husband Nate for 24 years; I had my 4 children over the course of 7. In 2016 our family started Central Grace Farms and expanded from our small five acre farm into commercial agriculture. We raise 500,000 chickens a year for Miller Poultry. I also wrapped up 13 years of homeschooling and tutoring in a classical education program in 2022 and now work as the Branch County Conservation District Manager.

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?

One of the biggest issues I see is regulatory overreach from the state government. This affects the livelihoods of all Michiganders, from our small business owners to our farmers. We have too many bureaucrats making regulations that limit our freedoms and abilities to take care of our families.It is simply more and more costly to live in Michigan with less and less benefits. We need to create better small business growth options and decrease the cost of energy and fuel expenses. This will help families balance their budget and leave more money in their pockets to have time together to enjoy the great Michigan outdoors and communities in which they live.I have taken on many roles throughout my adult life. In addition to my role as a wife, mother, and an agricultural business owner, I serve as the Branch County Conservation District Manager. My experience in education, agriculture, and community involvement positions me to be well rounded, knowledgeable, and passionate about advocating for Michigan's communities and families.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am personally passionate about the following areas of public policy:

1) Educational reform and allowing parents to have access to their child's educational funds and use the money for the best education method for their child.

2) Relieving economic burden on Michigan families by reducing Michigan State Income Tax.

3) Regulatory reform- it is my goal to repeal regulatory powers of Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) and the Michigan Economic Development Commission

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I was in first grade when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Bonhoeffer by Eric Metaxas because it is the story of a courageous man standing against evil.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

The erosion of family values has caused a lot of turmoil in our state thus far and I feel it will continue to do so.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Andrew Fink. He has represented my district remarkably and I am proud to call him a mentor.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Farm Bureau, Right to Life, Citizens for Traditional Values, Michigan Retailers Association, Senator Joe Bellino, Former Representative Eric Leutheuser, Republican Floor Leader Brian Posthumus, Representative Tom Kunse, Representative Rachelle Smit

What committees interest you?

Education, Agriculture, and Economic Development and Small Business

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I think there should be more financial and government transparency as the money that is being handled belongs to the people of the state.