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Steven Kraus

Independent

Real estate agent, auctioneer

Steven Kraus is an independent candidate for Ohio House of Representatives District 89 in the 2026 election.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Steven Kraus (independent) is running for election to the Ohio House of Representatives to represent District 89. He is a write-in candidate in the general election on November 3, 2026.[source]

Kraus (Republican Party) was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing District 89. He assumed office in 2014. He left office on July 27, 2015.

Bachelor's:
Troy State University
High school:
Sandusky High School

Campaign themes

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Kraus' website highlighted the following campaign themes:[3]

"Steve is a fiscal conservative who believes that the taxpayers know best how to spend their money. He is a strong advocate for accountability, and would champion the call for Congress to live under the same laws it passes. Steve believes in a common, no nonsense approach to spending; live within your means attitude. As a liaison working between contractors and the government, Steve saw firsthand the fraud, waste, and misuse of taxpayer dollars. He believes that government must be limited in the money they are allowed to spend."

Debates

February 4, 2012

On Saturday, February 4, candidates Kaptur, Kucinich, Veysey and Kraus participated in a debate held at Sandusky's Ebenezer Baptist Church. The debate was hosted by the NAACP. Coverage of the debate can be found here.

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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Steven Kraus — Ohio House of Representatives District 89 candidate, 2026 | True Vote