Bobbie Harder is a Republican member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing District 17B since January 3, 2023. Born in Le Sueur, Minnesota, she resides in Henderson Township with her husband, Neal, and their child. Prior to her legislative role, Harder served as a Sibley County Commissioner from 2015 to 2023. She is also a farmer and has been actively involved in community organizations such as the Henderson Area Chamber of Commerce, the Henderson Lions Club, and the Minnesota Farm Bureau.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Sociology, Psychology, and Criminal Justice from South Dakota State University.

• Political Experience:

  • Sibley County Commissioner
  • Deputy Clerk of Henderson Township
  • Elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2022
  • Serves on the following committees:
  • Agriculture Finance and Policy
  • State and Local Government Finance and Policy
  • Workforce Development Finance and Policy