Michael H. Lemelin is a Republican state representative serving Maine's House District 53, which includes the towns of Chelsea, Pittston, Randolph, and Dresden. Born in Biddeford, Maine, he graduated from Brunswick High School. Lemelin has a diverse professional background, having worked as a commercial and private pilot from 1989 to 1996. He later transitioned into business ownership, operating several Subway and Red Robin franchises around Augusta, Maine, and managing his wife's chiropractic practice, Chiro-Works LLC, in Hallowell. He is married to Dr. Kelly Lemelin, and together they have three children: Christian, Michelle, and Joseph. ,

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Attended the University of New Haven, Purdue University, and Boston University, where he studied aerospace engineering.

• Political Experience:

  • Elected to the Maine House of Representatives for District 88 in 2020.
  • Re-elected to represent District 53 in 2022 following redistricting.
  • Served on the Joint Standing Committee on Health and Human Services.
  • Former chair of the Chelsea Planning Board.
  • Member of the RSU 12 School Board.
  • Active member of the Knights of Columbus. ,