Spotlight On Representative Regina Weiss

Feb 26, 2026

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Representative Weiss (D-Oak Park) is serving her third term in the Michigan House of Representatives.

Biography

She began her professional life as a teacher in the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Prior to her election to the House, she served as an Oak Park City Council member. Representative Weiss earned her degree from Valparaiso University.

District

She represents the 5th House District, which includes Northwest Detroit, Oak Park, and Royal Oak Township.

Committees

    • Education and Workforce
    • Natural Resources and Tourism

We asked Representative Weiss a few questions to learn more about her: 

    • What’s your favorite travel destination outside of Michigan?
      • A – The Pacific Northwest (though the UP has similar vibes)!
    • What did you want to be when you were a kid?
      • A – Various scientists— an archeologist, paleontologist, oceanographer, marine biologist, meteorologist, etc.

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  3. Meet the New Member: Representative Joseph Pavlov
  4. Spotlight On Senator Veronica Klinefelt

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