2026 Dem-NPL Legislative Candidates

We are proud to highlight the dedicated Democrats stepping forward to run for office across North Dakota this cycle. These candidates represent the very best of our communities – leaders, advocates, parents, veterans, small business owners, doctors, educators, and neighbors who believe in building a stronger, more inclusive future for our state. Their willingness to serve reflects the growing momentum and optimism across North Dakota. We are grateful for their leadership and excited for the work ahead. Click HERE for information about all 2026 Dem-NPL Endorsed Federal and Statewide Candidates.

Steve Thoring

Steve Thoring

for District 1 House
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Alex Johnson

Alex Johnson

for District 1 House
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Michael Thiesen

Michael Thiesen

for District 3 Senate
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Tara Hiatt

Tara Hiatt

for District 3 House
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Natalie Mclaughlin

Natalie Mclaughlin

for District 3 House
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Zach Raknerud

Zach Raknerud

for District 5 House
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Kyle Erickson

Kyle Erickson

for District 5 House
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Kevin Horneman

Kevin Horneman

for District 7 Senate
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Jason Thoms

Jason Thoms

for District 7 House
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Tiffany Williams-Rice

Tiffany Williams-Rice

for District 7 House
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Rep. Jayme Davis

Rep. Jayme Davis

for District 9 Senate
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Rep. Collette Brown

Rep. Collette Brown

for District 9 House
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Duane Poitra

Duane Poitra

for District 9 House
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Sen. Tim Mathern

Sen. Tim Mathern

for District 11 Senate (Incumbent)
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Anastassiya Andrianova

Anastassiya Andrianova

for District 11 House
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Landis Larson

Landis Larson

for District 13 Senate
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Brenda Gillund

Brenda Gillund

for District 13 House
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Maggi Gadaire

Maggi Gadaire

for District 13 House
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Frances Drury

Frances Drury

for District 15 House
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Katie Benton

Katie Benton

for District 17 Senate
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Don Aandal

Don Aandal

for District 17 House
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Jeff Hermanson

Jeff Hermanson

for District 19 Senate
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Jolene Hermanson

Jolene Hermanson

for District 19 House
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Nikolaus Groenewold

Nikolaus Groenewold

for District 20 House
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    Rep. Mary Schneider

    Rep. Mary Schneider

    for District 21 Senate
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    Rep. LaurieBeth Hager

    Rep. LaurieBeth Hager

    for District 21 House (Incumbent)
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    Laura Dronen

    Laura Dronen

    for District 21 House
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    Bob Heitkamp

    Bob Heitkamp

    for District 25 Senate
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    Rep. Alisa Mitskog

    Rep. Alisa Mitskog

    for District 25 House (Incumbent)
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    John Kelly

    John Kelly

    for District 29 Senate
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    Dianne Norris

    Dianne Norris

    for District 29 House
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    Kelly Spilman

    Kelly Spilman

    for District 31 Senate
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    Rissa Williams

    Rissa Williams

    for District 31 House
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    Tim Spilman

    Tim Spilman

    for District 31 House
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    Signe Snortland

    Signe Snortland

    for District 33 Senate
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    Kimball Banks

    Kimball Banks

    for District 33 House
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    Stacie Kruckenberg

    Stacie Kruckenberg

    for District 33 House
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    Dale Pittman

    Dale Pittman

    for District 35 Senate
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    Taylor Johnson

    Taylor Johnson

    for District 35 House
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    Lynne Lafer-Halvorson

    Lynne Lafer-Halvorson

    for District 35 House
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    Dr. Shelley Lenz

    Dr. Shelley Lenz

    for District 37 House
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    Susan Josephson

    Susan Josephson

    for District 37 House
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    Sandra Baertsch

    Sandra Baertsch

    for District 39 House
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    Nyamal Dei

    Nyamal Dei

    for District 41 Senate
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    Dr. Chris Tiongson

    Dr. Chris Tiongson

    for District 41 House
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    Stacy Heidenreich

    Stacy Heidenreich

    for District 41 House
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    Nicole Derenne

    Nicole Derenne

    for District 42 Senate
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    Mary Adams

    Mary Adams

    for District 43 Senate
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    Tyler York

    Tyler York

    for District 43 House
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    Lukas Maughan

    Lukas Maughan

    for District 43 House
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    Dan Mitchell

    Dan Mitchell

    for District 45 Senate
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    Don Lippert

    Don Lippert

    for District 45 House
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    Ross Lockhart

    Ross Lockhart

    for District 45 House
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    Bill Patrie

    Bill Patrie

    for District 47 Senate
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    Rosann Jacobs-Fode

    Rosann Jacobs-Fode

    for District 47 House
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    Cole Montoya

    Cole Montoya

    for District 47 House
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