Representative Mitchell S. Setzer

Mitchell Smith Setzer is a Republican state representative from North Carolina's District 89, which encompasses southwest Iredell County and most of Catawba County. Born on March 12, 1965, he is a lifelong resident of Catawba, North Carolina.

Setzer is a business executive serving as Vice President of Smith Setzer & Sons, Inc., a pipe company based in Catawba. He has deep community roots, having previously served as a town board member and mayor of Catawba.

Political Experience

Setzer was first elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives in 1998 and is currently serving his 14th term. He is the second-longest serving legislator currently in the N.C. House.

Notable Positions and Achievements

Setzer holds the position of House Speaker Pro Tempore for the 2025-2026 session. His committee work includes:

• Chairman of the House Committee on Finance
• Vice Chair of the House Committee on Insurance
• Member of the House Committee on Ethics
• Member of the House Select Committee on Helene Recovery
• Member of various joint legislative committees

Legislative Priorities

Setzer emphasizes a constituent-focused approach to governance. His stated priorities include lowering taxes, increasing law enforcement funding, and implementing improved election security measures.

Education

Specific details regarding Setzer's formal education are not available in current public records.