Meet Dianne
Dianne Norris is a candidate for District 29 in the North Dakota House of Representatives. She lives in Cooperstown with her husband and was raised near a small farming community, where she experienced both rural and urban perspectives. Growing up, she learned the importance of community and the belief that everyone benefits when neighbors have the opportunity to succeed.
Dianne earned a Bachelor of Science in Biological Systems Engineering from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and began her career in manufacturing, working to develop practical, lasting solutions alongside customers. Her engineering background taught her the value of problem-solving, collaboration, and building systems that serve people effectively.
Throughout her life, Dianne has seen hardworking families struggle with rising costs and difficult choices between food, housing, and healthcare. Those experiences strengthened her commitment to public service and her belief that while individual effort matters, some challenges require collective action and thoughtful public policy.
Legislative Priorities
Strengthening Economic Opportunity
Dianne believes that hard work should provide a pathway to stability and success. She supports policies that expand economic opportunity, strengthen local economies, and help working families build secure futures.
Supporting Children and Families
Dianne supports initiatives that ensure children have the resources they need to thrive, including access to free school meals and other programs that reduce barriers to success for students and families.
Expanding Access to Healthcare
Affordable and accessible healthcare is essential to healthy communities. Dianne supports efforts that make healthcare more available and affordable for North Dakotans, particularly for working families and rural residents.
Building Stronger Communities
Dianne believes thriving communities are the foundation of a strong state. She supports investments and programs that strengthen local communities, encourage civic engagement, and improve quality of life across District 29 and North Dakota.
Creating a Healthier Future
Dianne is committed to working with residents, community leaders, and fellow legislators to build a healthier, more prosperous future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
District 29 Information
North Dakota Legislative District 29 is a predominantly rural district located in east-central North Dakota. The district includes all or parts of Foster County, Griggs County, Nelson County, Steele County, and part of Stutsman County, including communities such as Carrington, Cooperstown, Finley, Glenfield, McVille, Medina, and surrounding rural townships and farming communities.
District 29 has a population of approximately 16,500 residents and reflects the values and priorities of rural North Dakota. Agriculture remains the backbone of the district’s economy, with many families involved in farming, ranching, small business, healthcare, and education. The district has an older-than-average population, with nearly one in four residents age 65 or older, and many communities face challenges related to rural healthcare access, economic opportunity, and maintaining strong schools and infrastructure.
Residents of District 29 value hard work, strong communities, family farms, and practical leadership focused on protecting rural livelihoods and improving quality of life across North Dakota.
Contact
Dianne Norris Campaign
PO Box 12
Cooperstown ND 58425
DianneNorris@proton.me
701.797.2006