Peggy Bennett is a Republican member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing District 23A . Born on July 3, 1958, she resides in Albert Lea, Minnesota, and is a retired educator who worked as a first-grade teacher at Sibley Elementary School. She is single and has won seven consecutive elections, including her most recent in 2024 with 67.75% of the vote. Notable positions include Co-Chair of the Education Policy Committee, service on Education Finance and Veterans and Military Affairs, and past roles as Assistant Minority Leader and Vice Chair of Education Finance.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: B.S. in education from Crown College; M.S. in special education from St. Cloud State University.
• Political Experience: Elected to the Minnesota House in 2014 ; currently in her sixth term serving counties including Dodge, Faribault, Freeborn, Mower, Steele, and Waseca.