Dale Patten (Senate District 26)

Biography

Dale Patten is a Republican state senator representing North Dakota's 26th District, encompassing McKenzie County and part of Dunn County. He was first elected to the North Dakota Senate in 2018, initially serving District 39 before redistricting placed him in District 26. Prior to his legislative career, Patten worked as a banker, holding positions such as Market President at Cornerstone Bank from 1983 to 2017 and President of McKenzie County Bank from 1983 to 2015. He also served on the McKenzie County Commission from 2000 to 2012. Patten is married to Joy, and they have two children.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from North Dakota State University, 1977.

• Political Experience:

  • Member of the North Dakota State Senate since 2019.
  • Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
  • Member of the Senate Finance and Taxation Committee.
  • Vice Chair of the Joint Interim Committee on Tribal and State Relations.
  • Member of the Joint Interim Committee on Energy Development and Transmission.
  • Served on the McKenzie County Commission from 2000 to 2012.
  • Chairman of the ND District 39 Republicans since 2017.
  • Board member of the North Dakota 4-H Foundation since 2014.

Patten has been actively involved in legislative initiatives related to energy development, taxation, and natural resources, reflecting his commitment to addressing key issues affecting North Dakota.