Gayle Manning Will Run for Ohio Senate District 13
The 76-year-old lawmaker and former teacher seeks election to the Ohio State Senate in November 2026.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Gayle Manning, the current Speaker Pro Tempore of the Ohio House of Representatives, is running for the Ohio State Senate District 13 seat. The election for this position is scheduled for November 2026.
Why it matters
Manning identifies affordability, public safety, and education as the central pillars of her legislative platform. These focus areas directly impact the household budgets and local schooling logistics for residents within the district.
Manning, an Avon resident, brings 37 years of experience in public education to her campaign. Her legislative career includes serving in the Ohio State Senate from 2011 to 2018 and the Ohio House of Representatives from 2019 to the present.
The players
Gayle Manning
An Avon resident and current Speaker Pro Tempore of the Ohio House of Representatives who previously served as an elementary teacher for 37 years.
The details
Manning proposes addressing cost-of-living concerns by pursuing tax relief measures alongside initiatives to lower energy and housing costs. Regarding public safety, she intends to work closely with law enforcement and community leaders to prioritize the expansion of local prevention and treatment programs.
Timeline
Served on North Ridgeville City Council from 2006 to 2007.
Served in the Ohio State Senate from 2011 to 2018.
Serving in the Ohio House of Representatives from 2019 to the present.
The election for Ohio State Senate District 13 is set for November 2026.
The Home Front
Legislative candidates across Ohio are increasingly prioritizing household affordability as the state navigates shifting energy and housing costs. Manning's platform aligns with broader trends of state-level lawmakers focusing on cost-of-living relief for families.
Residents in District 13 should monitor local candidate forums to understand how proposed tax relief might specifically alter their local school levies or property tax assessments. Keep track of the November 2026 election date to ensure you are registered to vote for your district representatives.
The takeaway
Manning's career reflects a long-term commitment to state-level education policy and municipal governance. Voters should keep the November 2026 election date on their calendars to stay informed on how her proposed safety and affordability initiatives might eventually impact local district services.
Further reading
For more information on state legislative impact, see Secondary Education.
More information
To review the full policy platform, visit the Gayle Manning campaign website.
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