Dawson Holle (born 2003) is an American politician who has served in the North Dakota House of Representatives from the 31st district since 2023.[1] Holle is the youngest elected lawmaker in the history of the state at age 19.[2]
Holle announced his candidacy for former incumbent Jim Schmidt's seat in the 31st district on April 8, 2022.[3] When Holle's candidacy was first announced, he was in his senior year at Mandan High School, and campaigned the rest of the school year.[4]
On June 14, 2022, Holle won the Republican primary for District 31 alongside Karen Rohr with 33.9% of the vote.[5]
Republican primary for North Dakota House of Representatives District 31 (2 seats)
Candidate
% of Votes
# of Votes
Dawson Holle
33.9
1,055
Karen Rohr
33.8
1,049
James Schmidt
32.1
997
Other
0.2
7
Holle later won in the general election on November 8.[5]
General election for North Dakota House of Representatives District 31 (2 seats)
