Marilyn Lane

Marilyn Lane is an American politician and business woman from Michigan. Lane is a former Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives from District 31.

Early life On February 10, 1959, Lane was born Detroit, Michigan. Lane's father was Nino Messana, an entrepreneur. Lane's mother was Louise Messana, an office manager.

On November 2, 2010, Lane won the election and became a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 31. Lane defeated Dan Tollis, James Miller, and Dan Elles with 50.92% of the votes. On November 6, 2012, as an incumbent, Lane won the election and continued serving District 31.Lane defeated Lynn Evans and James Miller with 61.74% of the votes. On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Lane won the election and continued serving District 31. Lane defeated Phil Rode with 61.07% of the votes.

In 2016, due to term limits, Lane did not seek for election. The seat for District 31 was succeeded by William Sowerby.

In 2013, Lane served on a Michigan House Democrat task force created to help better address the needs of Michigan veterans. In October 2017, she announced plans to run for the Michigan Senate in the 9th district.

Personal life Lane's husband is James. They have a child. Lane and her family live in Fraser, Michigan.