Ann Kelley

Ann Kelley

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Republican Party

Candidate, Missouri State Senate District 20

Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Tenure

2019 - Present

Term ends

2027

Years in position

6

Compensation

Base salary

$41,070.14/year

Per diem

$132.80/day

Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 5, 2024

Next election

November 3, 2026

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Ann Kelley (Republican Party) is a member of the Missouri House of Representatives, representing District 127. She assumed office in 2019. Her current term ends on January 6, 2027.

Kelley (Republican Party) is running for election to the Missouri State Senate to represent District 20. She declared candidacy for the 2026 election.^[source]

Committee assignments

Note: This membership information was last updated in September 2023. Ballotpedia completes biannual updates of committee membership. If you would like to send us an update, email us at:editor@ballotpedia.org.

2023-2024

Kelley was assigned to the following committees:

• Children and Families Committee
• Public Safety Committee
• Elementary and Secondary Education Committee
• Health and Mental Health Policy Committee

2021-2022

Kelley was assigned to the following committees:

• Professional Registration and Licensing Committee
• Joint Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect
• Administration and Accounts Committee
• Crime Prevention Committee

2019-2020

Kelley was assigned to the following committees:

• Joint Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect
• Health and Mental Health Policy Committee
• Higher Education Committee

Sponsored legislation

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Elections

2026

See also: Missouri State Senate elections, 2026

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General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for Missouri State Senate District 20

Incumbent Curtis Trent and Ann Kelley are running in the general election for Missouri State Senate District 20 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Curtis Trent (R)
	Submit photo	Ann Kelley (R)

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2024

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Incumbent Ann Kelley defeated Marvin Manring in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley (R)	85.5	16,473
		Marvin Manring (D)	14.5	2,802

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 19,275
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Marvin Manring advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Marvin Manring	100.0	530

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 530
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Incumbent Ann Kelley advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley	100.0	6,817

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Endorsements

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2022

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Incumbent Ann Kelley defeated Marvin Manring in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley (R)	85.1	11,553
		Marvin Manring (D)	14.9	2,024

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 13,577
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Marvin Manring advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Marvin Manring	100.0	463

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Incumbent Ann Kelley advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley	100.0	6,805

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2020

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Incumbent Ann Kelley won election in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley (R)	100.0	16,881

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

Incumbent Ann Kelley advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley	100.0	6,949

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2018

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

Ann Kelley defeated Teri Hanna in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on November 6, 2018.

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley (R)	82.9	12,276
		Teri Hanna (D)	17.1	2,534

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 14,810 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Teri Hanna advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on August 7, 2018.

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Teri Hanna	100.0	743

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 743
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Republican primary election

Ann Kelley defeated George Heim in the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127 on August 7, 2018.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 127

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ann Kelley	64.7	4,995
	Submit photo	George Heim	35.3	2,730

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,725
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Campaign themes

2026

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2024

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2022

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2020

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2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

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What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

Serve the constituents in district 127 by making myself available, listening and then acting. I will do everything possible that problems are solved. I will be transparent in everything that I do, including voting according to how my constituents believe, think and uphold their core values.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about representing my district and what they want. Being a teacher, I do have first hand experience that I believe will be valuable. Also, having agriculture in my blood, I would also say that I am passionate local farmers and agriculture.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My husband, Mike Melley, has been our Representative for the previous 8 years and has served our district well, and I am wanting to ensure the service continues.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

I encourage you to look at my website, www.annkelley.org and my Facebook page to see who I am as a person.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

A representative must have a serving heart in order to be able to do the job well. God has blessed me with service and always wanting to help people.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I know through my heart to serve, my agriculture background, being a small business owner and a teacher for 13 years that I will be able to effectively serve our district.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I hope that after I have served in this office people remember me as someone that was there for her constituents and helped when problems occurred. The district is a better place because of how she served.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was helping my brother bale hay. I drove the tractor and he loaded the bales. At this same time I would disk and combine for my dad.

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Ann Kelley campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Missouri House of Representatives District 127	Won general	$25,894	$27,229
2022	Missouri House of Representatives District 127	Won general	$36,745	$31,945
2020	Missouri House of Representatives District 127	Won general	$17,215	N/A**
2018	Missouri House of Representatives District 127	Won general	$22,070	N/A**
Grand total			$101,924	$59,174
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

Scorecards

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2024

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In 2024, the Missouri State Legislature was in session from January 3 to May 17. Club for Growth Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to economic issues. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues. Sierra Club Missouri Chapter Legislators are scored on their votes on environmental issues.

2023

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In 2023, the Missouri State Legislature was in session from January 4 to May 12. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. The Institute for Legislative Analysis Legislators are scored on their adherence to the limited government principles of the U.S. Constitution.

2022

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In 2022, the Missouri State Legislature was in session from January 5 to May 13. NARAL Pro-Choice Missouri Legislators are scored on bills related to reproductive health issues. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues. Sierra Club Missouri Chapter Legislators are scored on their votes on environmental issues.

2021

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In 2021, the Missouri State Legislature was in session from January 6 to May 14. NARAL Pro-Choice Missouri Legislators are scored on bills related to reproductive health issues. Sierra Club Missouri Chapter Legislators are scored on their votes on environmental issues. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2020

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In 2020, the Missouri State Legislature was in session from January 8 to May 15. A special session was held from July 27 to September 16. A veto session convened on September 16. A second special session convened on November 5. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues. NARAL Pro-Choice Missouri Legislators are scored on bills related to reproductive health issues. Sierra Club Missouri Chapter Legislators are scored on their votes on environmental issues. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2019

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Current members of the Missouri State Senate

Leadership

Majority Leader:Tony Luetkemeyer

Minority Leader:Doug Beck

Senators

District 1

Doug Beck (D)

District 2

Nick Schroer (R)

District 3

Mike Henderson (R)

District 4

Karla May (D)

District 5

Steve Roberts (D)

District 6

Mike Bernskoetter (R)

District 7

Patty Lewis (D)

District 8

Mike Cierpiot (R)

District 9

Barbara Washington (D)

District 10

Travis Fitzwater (R)

District 11

Joe Nicola (R)

District 12

Rusty Black (R)

District 13

Angela Mosley (D)

District 14

Brian Williams (D)

District 15

David Gregory (R)

District 16

Justin Brown (R)

District 17

Maggie Nurrenbern (D)

District 18

Cindy O'Laughlin (R)

District 19

Stephen Webber (D)

District 20

Curtis Trent (R)

District 21

Kurtis Gregory (R)

District 22

Mary Coleman (R)

District 23

Adam Schnelting (R)

District 24

Tracy McCreery (D)

District 25

Jason Bean (R)

District 26

Ben Brown (R)

District 27

Jamie Burger (R)

District 28

Sandy Crawford (R)

District 29

Mike Moon (R)

District 30

Lincoln Hough (R)

District 31

Rick Brattin (R)

District 32

Jill Carter (R)

District 33

Brad Hudson (R)

District 34

Tony Luetkemeyer (R)

Republican Party (24)

Democratic Party (10)