Biography
Mark Barlow is the Democratic candidate for Kansas House of Representatives District 99 in the November 3, 2026 general election.[1] A U.S. Air Force veteran who has worked in advocacy, he advanced from the Democratic primary on August 4, 2026.[2]
Mark Barlow served in the U.S. Air Force and earned a high school diploma from Wichita Southeast High School.[2] His career experience includes working in advocacy.[2] In a 2026 Ballotpedia survey, he described himself as an advocate by professional training and an artist, and said his work history includes federal service in the Air Force and the Department of Commerce, retail management and several stints with Boys & Girls Club of America.[3] He said he also takes part in a writers support group and community theatre.[3]
Barlow wrote in the survey that he wants to restore hope and dignity in the legislature and that he would support higher taxes on the highest earners and more funding for schools and teachers.[3] He also called for legalizing and regulating cannabis.[3]
- 1.Kansas House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.Mark Barlow - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
- 3.Mark Barlow - Ballotpedia (Candidate Connection survey responses) · Ballotpedia Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
Kansas House District 99
Mark Barlow is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for Kansas House District 99 as D. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.
