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Representative Kevin Cramer (North Dakota)

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BIOGRAPHY

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Biography

Kevin Cramer, born on January 21, 1961, in Rolla, North Dakota, is a Republican politician serving as the junior United States Senator for North Dakota since 2019. He was re-elected in 2024, defeating Democratic nominee Katrina Christiansen. Prior to his tenure in the Senate, Cramer represented North Dakota's at-large congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2019. His political career also includes roles as the state's Public Service Commissioner from 2003 to 2012 and as chairman of the North Dakota Republican Party from 1991 to 1993.

Education and Political Experience

  • Education:

    • Bachelor of Arts from Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota
    • Master's degree in Management from the University of Mary, Bismarck, North Dakota
  • Political Experience:

    • Chairman, North Dakota Republican Party
    • State Tourism Director
    • State Economic Development and Finance Director
    • Public Service Commissioner
    • U.S. Representative for North Dakota's at-large congressional district
    • U.S. Senator for North Dakota

Notable Achievements and Positions

  • Committee Assignments:

    • Serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, being the first North Dakotan to do so.
    • Member of the Environment and Public Works Committee.
    • Member of the Veterans' Affairs Committee.
    • Member of the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee.
  • Legislative Initiatives:

    • Introduced the Freedom Financing Act to prevent financial institutions from discriminating against lawful industries, including firearms manufacturers.
  • Awards:

    • Named the 2020 Legislator of the Year by the National Shooting Sports Foundation for his commitment to protecting the firearm industry against discriminatory banking practices.

Throughout his career, Senator Cramer has been recognized for his dedication to energy policy, national security, and economic development, reflecting his commitment to the interests of North Dakotans.

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