(KNZA)--A Holton businessman has entered the race for a seat in the Kansas House. 

Dan Brenner formally filed for election Thursday, seeking election as a Republican to the 61st District House of Representatives. 

The seat is currently held by Republican Becky Hutchins, who has not yet filed for re-election. 

Brenner currently serves as a Holton City Commissioner and sits on the Holton Hospital Board of Directors, among other civic duties. 

The 61st District includes most of Jackson County and Pottawatomie County. 

Candidates have until noon June 1st to file for the August 2nd Kansas Primary Election. The General Election is set for November 8th.