(KNZA)--Several area Kansas lawmakers are preparing for the 2026 election cycle, with one race already drawing a primary challenger.

According to the Kansas Secretary of State’s Office, St. Marys Republican Francis Awerkamp has filed for re-election to represent the 61st District in the Kansas House. Awerkamp has served in the House since 2017. He will face a challenge in the Republican primary from Robert Thomas of Wamego. Thomas also ran against Awerkamp in 2024 but was unsuccessful.

Meanwhile, 62nd District State Representative Sean Willcott, a Holton Republican, has filed for re-election, along with 63rd District State Representative Doctor Allen Reavis, an Atchison Republican. Both lawmakers are seeking their second terms in the Kansas House.

So far, neither Willcott nor Reavis has drawn an opponent.

Candidates have until noon on June first to file for the ballot. The primary election is scheduled for August fourth, with the general election set for November third.