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Rep. Lucy Rehm is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 48B Back Rep. Lucy Rehm MN House of Representatives House District 48B Chanhassen, Minnesota I’m Lucy Rehm. I represent Minnesota House District 48B, and I’m running for re-election. For the past two years I’ve represented our community, Chanhassen and the eastern side of Chaska, in St. Paul. As a former Chanhassen city council member and educator, I’ve brought my knowledge and experience to the Capitol to improve the everyday lives of Minnesota families. I am a proud fourth-generation Minnesotan who has called Chanhassen home for more than 25 years. My husband Phil and I were married at Pax Christi and we chose Chanhassen as the place to raise our family. I am the mother of three children, all who attended public schools here in Chanhassen.I feel honored every day to get to represent our great community and hope I can continue to bring my life-long passion for healthy living, supported families, and a clean environment to my work. lucy@lucyrehm.com Donate Website

Abdi Daisane is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 14A Back Abdi Daisane MN House of Representatives House District 14A St. Cloud, Minnesota I am a small business owner, a father of a five-year-old, and an advocate for a more just, better, and brighter future for our children and our community. What does that look like? I want thriving small businesses, high-quality educational systems and opportunities, an improved quality of life, and a society that values individual well-being, liberty, and freedom. Join me in my bid for the Minnesota House of Representatives to ensure our community has a strong, effective, and hopeful leader representing us in our state’s capital, and to ensure our community has access to opportunities and resources in building a more vibrant community. daisaneformn@gmail.com Donate Website

Kamala Harris & Tim Walz is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for President & Vice President in Back Kamala Harris & Tim Walz President & Vice President Oakland, CA & Mankato, MN Donate Website

Brian M Hobson is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 5A Back Brian M Hobson MN House of Representatives House District 5A Park Rapids, Minnesota Brian M. Hobson, a 3rd grade teacher in Laporte MN, brings a lifetime of dedication to community and education. Raised in Pine City, with parents in education and law, he learned early the values of responsibility and integrity. From building a lawn mowing business at twelve to teaching across MN and abroad, Brian's work ethic shines. With a master's degree and diverse teaching experience, he's prepared to serve as your next State Representative and is committed to his district's future. Brian@hobsonforhouse5a.com Donate Website

Questions? Concerns? Get in contact with us! The DFL Rural Caucus is a community caucus of the Minnesota DFL, or Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party. Contact us for more information on how to get involved or any questions about our caucus. Contact Us! Questions? Concerns? Fill out this form or email info@dflruralcaucus.org and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Submit Thanks for submitting!

Kari Rehrauer is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 35B Back Kari Rehrauer MN House of Representatives House District 35B Coon Rapids, Minnesota I am the youngest of four children raised in a middle class family in Eau Claire, WI. My family had a small business where I first learned the value of hard work, kindness, compassion and how to treat those around you. I attended the University of Minnesota and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s in education. From there I became a life and Earth science teacher in the public schools for 20 years. I am now a city council member for Coon Rapids where I take my experience as a woman and science teacher to grow my circle of influence to help those in our community. To me, the role of a public servant is to care for and better the lives of all of their constituents. kariformn@gmail.com Donate Website

Find rural caucus resolutions, view the DFL platform, and get in touch with our committee. Resolutions Contact Resolutions Committee View the Proposed DFL Resolutions View the Current Action Agenda 2024 Resolutions! Here are resolutions created by DFL Rural Caucus members and prioritized for adoption at the May 2024 State Convention. 10. Regional Food Systems Supports the development of regional food systems that provide nourishing foods, investments in small business development, food processing infrastructure such as smallscale meat processing, and marketing of goods and specialty crops that have environmental and economic benefits. [22 OUs, 6 CDs] 11. Regenerative Agricultural Support Supports direct financial support to farmers, research, technical assistance and education to rapidly implement a regenerative food and farming system that fosters successful small and midsized farms and rural and urban communities. This includes establishing perennial crops, rotational grazing and small scale livestock systems, cover crops, and no-till farming. [ 21 OUs, 7 CDs] 12. CO2 Pipeline Ban Opposes CO2 pipeline construction and operation in rural Minnesota. [ 11 OUs, 7 CDs] 18. Rural Housing Shortage Encourages the passage of legislation that addresses the shortage of available housing, affordable, and traditional in rural Minnesota. [29 OUs, 8 CDs] 28. Reduce or Eliminate Use of Unsafe Neonicotinoid Pesticides Supports policies to reduce or eliminate the use of unsafe pesticides (e.g., glyphosate, neonicotinoids, chlorpyrifos) in agriculture and recreational land or lawns; require businesses selling plants disclose if their plants have been treated with neonicotinoids; and urge the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture to prohibit neonicotinoid use. [ 25 OUs, 8 CDs] 30. Oppose Efforts to Weaken or Circumvent Environmental Laws Opposes any effort to weaken or circumvent or evade state or federal environmental laws or protections involving administrative procedures and permitting regarding environmental regulation and support protections. [ 20 OUs, 8 CDs] 42. Safe Water Quality Supports policies that ensure access to clean and accessible drinking water for all Minnesotans. [ 56 OUs, 8 CDs] 44. Right To Repair Laws Supports right-to-repair laws that protect the ability of consumers and third parties to repair consumer electronics and agricultural equipment. [ 29 OUs, 8 CDs] 86. Universal Single Payer Healthcare Supports legislation for a health care system that puts patients over profits, by enacting the Minnesota Health Plan at the state level and the Medicare for All Act of 2023 at the national level. [ 84 OUs, 8 CDs 90. Rural Child Care Shortage Supports the passage of legislation that addresses the shortage of available child care in rural Minnesota. [ 28 OUs, 7 CDs] 98. Minnesota ERA Supports amending the Minnesota State Constitution to add an Equal Rights Amendment that guarantees women freedom from discrimination in word or in effect. [ 86 OUs, 8 CDs

Rep. Alicia “Liish” Kozlowski is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 8B Back Rep. Alicia “Liish” Kozlowski MN House of Representatives House District 8B Duluth, Minnesota Rep. Alicia “Liish” Kozlowski (they/them) is serving their first term representing eastern Duluth. At the Capitol, they serve in the Capital Investment, Economic Development Finance and Policy, Housing Finance and Policy, and the Labor and Industry Finance and Policy Committee driving an inclusive and thriving economy, affordable housing, climate justice and good paying union jobs, education equity, and critical infrastructure across the state. As the first non-binary/Two Spirit person at the legislature, they proudly co-created the first Queer Caucus in the DFL party and was elected Vice Chair of the People of Color and Indigenous (POCI) Caucus advancing gender freedom and racial equity. alicia4duluth@gmail.com Donate Website

Dusty Bolstad is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 13B Back Dusty Bolstad MN House of Representatives House District 13B Sartell, Minnesota Dusty is a true champion of Democratic values and has spent her life fighting for the rights of everyday Minnesotans. From her work as a community organizer to her time spent as a mental health administrator, Dusty has always put the needs of her constituents first. She is committed to creating policies that promote social justice, equality, and economic opportunity for all Minnesotans. DustyBolstadforMNHouse@outlook.com Donate Website

< Back Representative Ilhan Omar Democrat - District 5 Contact Form Office & Contact Information Washington, DC 1730 Longworth HOB Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-4755 Minneapolis 310 E 38th St Suite 222 Minneapolis, MN 55409 (612) Committee Assignments: House Budget Committee Vice-Ranking Member House Educations & Workforce Committee Subcommittee on Workforce Protections Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions (HELP)

Kelly Morrison is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for U.S. House of Representatives in Congressional District 3 Back Kelly Morrison U.S. House of Representatives Congressional District 3 Deephaven, Minnesota Kelly Morrison has spent most of her career as a doctor – not a politician. As an OB-GYN who has been practicing in Minnesota for over 20 years, Kelly has dedicated her life to helping people. Her husband, John Willoughby, was an Army Ranger, and their family has always valued service above all. Kelly first ran for office in 2018 after Donald Trump was elected, because she was concerned about the future of our state and wanted to be a voice of reason. info@kellyforcongress.org Donate Website

Jon Wilson is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 21B Back Jon Wilson MN House of Representatives House District 21B St. James, Minnesota I was born and raised in Fairmont, Minnesota, before heading off to college. I first attended Grand View College, where I played baseball and graduated with a political science degree. After college, I never really found my career until going back to school to get my teaching degree. I have spent the last 18 years teaching social studies and coaching baseball and football at St. James High School. In 2022, I decided to run for St. James mayor, but not in the traditional way. I decided to run as a write-in candidate. I have been so honored and humbled by the massive support I received in that election and also as the Mayor of St. James. jonwilsonformnhouse@outlook.com Donate Website