who controls the us state houses 2026
Here’s the quick scoop: Republicans control more U.S. state houses going into 2026, with total control of 29 statehouses, while Democrats control 18. Three states—Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Minnesota—have split legislatures, and Nebraska is nonpartisan.
Statehouse control
- Republicans: 29 statehouses.
- Democrats: 18 statehouses.
- Split control: Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Minnesota.
- Nebraska: unicameral and nonpartisan.
What that means
This is the baseline heading into the 2026 state legislative cycle, so the map can still change after the November elections. The balance matters because statehouses shape redistricting, election rules, and policy agendas in each state.
2026 context
The 2026 statehouse elections are competitive in multiple chambers, and Republicans currently hold the edge in total control. The broader 2026 cycle also includes 45 states holding state house elections.
| Party | Statehouse control in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Republicans | 29 |
| Democrats | 18 |
| Split control | PA, MI, MN |
| Nonpartisan | Nebraska |
