Steve Gander
Steve Gander | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 1B district | |
| Assumed office January 14, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Deb Kiel |
| Mayor of East Grand Forks, Minnesota | |
| In office January 3, 2017 – January 7, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Lynn Stauss |
| Succeeded by | Mark Olstad |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 27, 1961 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | East Grand Forks, Minnesota |
| Website | Official website |
Steve Gander (born August 27, 1961) is an American Republican politician and optometrist who has served as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing the 1B district, since 2025.[1] He previously served as the mayor of East Grand Forks, Minnesota from 2017 to 2025.[2]
During his youth, he went to school with future state senator Dave Thompson.[3]
After incumbent Republican Deb Kiel declined to seek re-election, Gander announced a bid to succeed her.[4] Gander took office in January 2025.
References
- ^ "Gander, Steve". Minnesota Legislators Past & Present. Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved January 31, 2025.
- ^ Voigt, Matthew (July 26, 2024). "East Grand Forks Mayor Steve Gander, running for state House, endorsed by Minnesota police association". Grand Forks Herald. Retrieved January 31, 2025.
- ^ Griffith, Michelle (November 15, 2024). "The newbies: Get to know a few newly elected Minnesota lawmakers".
- ^ Wenzel, Korrie (January 13, 2024). "East Grand Forks Mayor Steve Gander announces bid for Legislature, hoping to fill spot now held by Deb Kiel". Grand Forks Herald. Retrieved August 7, 2025.