Mary Franson is a Republican member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing District 12B in west-central Minnesota, which includes portions of Douglas, Stearns, Pope, Otter Tail, and Todd Counties. Born on March 1, 1977, in Saginaw, Minnesota, she resides in Alexandria and serves as a homemaker and former licensed child care provider.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: B.A. in psychology from the University of Minnesota Duluth; graduate of Albrook High School.
• Political Experience: Elected in 2010 with no prior political experience; currently in her 8th term. Previously represented Districts 11B and 8B .
• Current Committee Roles: Co-Chair of Capital Investment; member of Health Finance and Policy, Human Services Finance and Policy, and Republican Lead on Sustainable Infrastructure Policy.

Notable Achievements and Positions

Franson has authored multiple bills on childcare issues, reflecting her background as a licensed child care provider. She sponsored a 2018 law requiring the licensing of athletic trainers in Minnesota. She is a member of the Alexandria Covenant Church.