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Larry Kraft
Larry Kraft (Democratic Party) is a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing District 46A. He assumed office on January 3, 2023. His current term ends on January 12, 2027.
Kraft (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Minnesota House of Representatives to represent District 46A. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Biography
Larry Kraft lives in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. Kraft earned a B.S. in computer science in 1987 and an M.B.A. in 1988, both from Cornell University. His career experience includes working as the vice president of marketing at ISDN Systems Corporation, at Netfax, at Advanced Switching Communications, and at Digi International. Kraft was elected to be a member of the St. Louis Park City Council.[1]
Sponsored legislation
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Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Kraft was assigned to the following committees:
- Climate and Energy Finance and Policy Committee, Vice Chair
- Commerce Finance and Policy Committee
- Sustainable Infrastructure Policy Committee (decommisioned)
- House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee
Elections
2024
See also: Minnesota House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A
Incumbent Larry Kraft defeated John Nagel in the general election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Larry Kraft (D) | 75.0 | 18,627 |
| John Nagel (R) | 24.8 | 6,168 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 34 | ||
| Total votes: 24,829 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Larry Kraft advanced from the Democratic primary for Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. John Nagel advanced from the Republican primary for Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A.
Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Kraft in this election.
2022
See also: Minnesota House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A
Larry Kraft won election in the general election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Larry Kraft (D) | 97.9 | 16,013 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 2.1 | 347 | ||
| Total votes: 16,360 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Larry Kraft advanced from the Democratic primary for Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Kimberly Sanberg (D)
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2022
Larry Kraft completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kraft's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I spent 25 years working in the high-tech industry, solving problems, collaborating with a diverse workforce, and managing large budgets. As my kids were growing up, I became increasingly concerned about how climate change is impacting the future we're leaving our children.
So in 2013, I made a career change. For five years, I ran a national nonprofit that helped young people advocate for tougher local climate policy. Leaning into the work of reducing emissions and adapting to climate change touches every policy issue. It's what led me to run for office. Now, as part of City Council, I’m a believer in asking lots of questions, gathering input from all stakeholders, and building consensus.
Being responsive is really important to me. I've learned as a City Council Member that there's value in every constituent interaction I have. At the state legislature I commit to continue listening to you, and learning together about how to address the complex issues that affect us here in 46A, and in the rest of the state.- Climate Champion
- Progressive Values
- Proven Leader
But climate change is also an incredible opportunity – to create good jobs, reduce pollution and improve public health, and address social inequalities. And I look forward to working on these and many other issues to improve the lives of all people in our community.
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Campaign finance summary
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Scorecards
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2024
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In 2024, the Minnesota State Legislature was in session from February 12 to May 20.
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2023
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In 2023, the Minnesota State Legislature was in session from January 3 to May 22.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A |
Officeholder Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Ryan Winkler (D) |
Minnesota House of Representatives District 46A 2023-Present |
Succeeded by - |
