Kevin Cramer

American politician and U.S. Representative

Kevin Cramer - American politician and U.S. Representative
Born

January 21st, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012, represented North Dakota's at-large congressional district. Served on House committees including Energy and Commerce. Focused on issues like energy, agriculture, and healthcare policy. Prior to Congress, served as North Dakota's Public Service Commissioner from 2003 to 2012.

Served as a U.S. Representative from 2013 to present

Worked on the Energy and Commerce Committee

Prior public service as North Dakota Public Service Commissioner

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