Bert K. Stedman is a Republican state senator representing Alaska Senate District A in Southeast Alaska, encompassing cities like Ketchikan and Sitka. A fourth-generation Alaskan born in Anchorage and raised in Petersburg and Sitka, he resides at 1806 Sawmill Creek Rd., Sitka, AK 99835, with his spouse Lureen and daughter Susie. Previously a commercial fisherman and self-employed in financial services, his special interests include woodworking, hunting, fishing, boating, and camping; he is involved in organizations like the NRA, Elks Lodge, Masonic Lodge, Shrine Club, and Sons of Norway.

Education and Political Experience

Education details are not specified in available records. Stedman has served in the Alaska State Senate since 2003, initially representing District R until 2013, then returning via District Q, and currently District A since 2023 after redistricting and re-election in 2022 . Notable positions include Co-Chairman of the Finance Committee , Member of the Legislative Council, Legislative Budget & Audit Committee, Energy Council Executive Committee, and National Petroleum Council; past roles encompass Chairman of Legislative Budget & Audit, Energy Council, Finance Subcommittees , Resources Committee, Community & Regional Affairs, and State Affairs Funding Task Force. He has championed economic opportunities and cost reductions for Southeast Alaska over 17+ years in office.