Beau LaFave for State Senate - Standing Up for the U.P.

"I've been fighting my entire life." — Beau LaFave "Fought the Governor, the lobbyists, and won." — Campaign Record "I am proud to fight for the rights of all Michiganders." — Beau LaFave "Great news for families who need safe, reliable and affordable energy." — On Line 5 Victory "The transparency package is what the public deserves and demands." — On FOIA Reform "Government transparency bill passed 109-0." — Bipartisan Achievement "I've been fighting my entire life." — Beau LaFave "Fought the Governor, the lobbyists, and won." — Campaign Record "I am proud to fight for the rights of all Michiganders." — Beau LaFave "Great news for families who need safe, reliable and affordable energy." — On Line 5 Victory "The transparency package is what the public deserves and demands." — On FOIA Reform "Government transparency bill passed 109-0." — Bipartisan Achievement

Beau LaFave - Candidate for Michigan State Senate District 38

About Beau

A Yooper. A Fighter. Your Neighbor.

Beau served 6 years as State Representative for the 108th District (2017-2022) and then 3 years as legislative staff serving the entire 38th Senate District and the State of Michigan — including Chippewa and Mackinac counties. He's a lifelong U.P. resident who went to law school so he could actually write laws that work.

When the COVID lockdowns hit, Beau stood up for the U.P. He defended Upper Peninsula families and businesses against unconstitutional restrictions from the very beginning — and he never backed down.

On the Campaign Trail

Beau with supporters across District 38

Beau LaFave open-carrying at the State of the State address

Beau LaFave working in the Michigan Legislature

Beau LaFave presenting at a Constitutional Carry hearing

Beau LaFave chairing a legislative committee

Beau LaFave speaking on the Michigan House floor

Beau LaFave speaking at the Michigan Republican Party convention

Beau LaFave defending the U.P. during COVID lockdowns

Beau Opposed Unconstitutional COVID Restrictions From the Very Beginning

When Governor Whitmer abused her emergency powers, most legislators stayed silent. Beau didn't.

Beau sued the Governor and won at the Michigan Supreme Court, changed the law she was using to abuse her power, and when she still refused to back down, he filed articles of impeachment to hold her accountable.

While career politicians calculated the political risk, Beau stood on principle. He believed the Governor had overstepped her constitutional authority — and he was willing to be the one to say it out loud.

That's the kind of courage the Upper Peninsula needs in Lansing.

"I took an oath to uphold the Constitution. When the Governor violates that oath, it's my duty to hold her accountable."

— Beau LaFave

See Beau in Action

Watch Beau discuss the issues that matter to the Upper Peninsula

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State Senate Campaign Launch

State Senate Campaign Announcement - October 2025

Beau LaFave announces his run for Michigan State Senate District 38, sharing his vision for fighting for the Upper Peninsula and continuing his legacy of conservative leadership.

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Off the Record - COVID Response

PBS "Off the Record" - July 2020

Rep. Beau LaFave joins Tim Skubick to discuss executive overreach, the mask debate, and the COVID-19 crisis. Watch as Beau makes the case for holding the Governor accountable.

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Endorsed by Kayla Wikstrom

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Beau LaFave is a true conservative who fights for us. I'm proud to endorse him for State Senate.

— Kayla Wikstrom

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Why Beau Is Running

The Upper Peninsula deserves a senator who will stand up for you, not just fill a seat.

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Pro-2A Record

Backed by action, not just words

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Bills Signed Into Law

Proven legislative record of getting results in Lansing

Years Serving District 108

Proven track record as State Representative (2017-2022)

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Wayne State Law

Beau knows how to write constitutional laws that will withstand court challenge

Where Beau Stands

Clear positions. No waffling. Real solutions for the U.P.

Second Amendment Rights

Gretchen Whitmer has made it clear she intends to disarm Yoopers. Beau open-carried at the State of the State address to tell her she could start with him. He doesn't just vote pro-2A — he lives it. In the State Senate, Beau will defend against every attempt to infringe on your right to keep and bear arms.

Property Rights & Limited Government

Beau introduced the warrant requirement bill for the DNR so they have to operate like every other law enforcement agency. For years, he's taken on agencies that treat Yoopers' land like their own personal playground. He opposed every fee increase on park passports, trail permits, and hunting/fishing licenses. Your property is yours, not the state's.

Energy Independence

LaFave is frequently critiqued for his stances on energy, but notes that critics quickly abandon their principles when it's cold outside and they use natural gas to heat their homes. Radical leftists focused on Detroit and Grand Rapids advance legislation that would shut down Line 5, leading to exorbitant energy costs that are already high in the U.P. The U.P. needs one of their own to defend against this. Beau sponsored the "Build the Tunnel" legislation that would connect the Upper and Lower Peninsulas and make Canada pay for it.

Holding the Executive Accountable

Beau fought Governor Whitmer every step of the way during COVID restrictions — he didn't wait for permission. He introduced legislation to end the lockdowns, sued the Governor and won, made public call outs, and when she still wouldn't give up the ghost, he filed articles of impeachment. It took a while, but we eventually got our republic back.

U.P. Economy

The Upper Peninsula's economy depends on mining, timber, tourism, and manufacturing. Beau will defend these industries from overregulation and environmental extremism. He'll work to keep energy affordable and ensure that the U.P. isn't left behind while Lansing focuses on Detroit and Grand Rapids.

The Clear Choice for District 38

Experience, expertise, and a proven track record.

What Matters	Dave Prestin	Beau LaFave
Legislative Experience	3 years as State Representative (2023-present)	6 years as State Representative (2017-2022)
Education	No law degree	B.A. Michigan State; J.D. Wayne State Law School
Professional Background	Nightclub owner from Chicago	Licensed attorney with legal expertise
Second Amendment	Never been primary sponsor of constitutional carry legislation	Introduced constitutional carry 3 separate times + dozens of other pro-2A bills over 6 years
COVID / Executive Overreach	Not in office during COVID lockdowns	• Opposed initial lockdown • Introduced bills to end lockdowns • Changed law allowing abuse of power • Filed impeachment against Dickinson & Iron health directors for masking kids (led to order being rescinded) • Filed articles of impeachment against Whitmer
Property Rights	Wants to raise gas tax; copied Beau's warrant requirement bill word for word	• Required DNR to get warrant to enter property • Required body cams for DNR officers • Opposed every fee increase on park passports, trail permits, and hunting/fishing licenses
Political Style	Predictable, establishment-backed	Bold, principled, willing to take a stand

The U.P. needs someone who will stand up for you, not a seat-warmer. Beau LaFave will deliver.

District 38: The Upper Peninsula

Nearly 13,000 square miles - the largest Senate district in Michigan

Michigan Senate District 38 Map showing the Upper Peninsula counties

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Counties in District 38

Keweenaw
Houghton
Ontonagon
Gogebic
Baraga
Iron
Marquette

Dickinson
Menominee
Delta
Alger
Schoolcraft
Luce
Chippewa (part)
Mackinac (part)

Beau in the News

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LaFave Wins with 59.78% in LaFave-Prestin U.P. Matchup, New 363-Person Poll Shows

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What's at Stake If Beau Loses?

The U.P. loses its strongest voice against government overreach
Property rights continue to erode under DNR pressure
Energy costs keep rising while Lansing ignores us
Career politicians who play it safe win again

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