Steven E. Jacob is a Republican member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing District 20B since January 3, 2023. A fourth-generation family farmer and business owner from Altura, Minnesota, he resides there with his wife, MaryAnn Mae, and their four children. District 20B covers rural areas in southeastern Minnesota, including parts of Goodhue, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona Counties, with cities such as Plainview, St. Charles, and Zumbrota.

Notable for his prior service as a ten-year Winona County Commissioner and involvement in water resource boards, Jacob focuses on agriculture, environmental issues, and limiting government expansion. He was the sole representative to vote against establishing Juneteenth as a state holiday, citing concerns over taxpayer costs and reduced services.

Education and Political Experience

Limited public details are available on formal education; Jacob grew up on a farm and emphasizes his practical background as a farmer.

• Pre-legislative roles: Served ten years as Winona County Commissioner; active on volunteer committees and water resource boards.
• Elected to Minnesota House: 2022, defeating incumbent Steve Drazkowski ; currently in second term.
• Committee assignments: Agriculture Finance and Policy, Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy, Human Services Finance and Policy, Rules and Legislative Administration; previously on Office of Legislative Auditor and Subcommittee on Minnesota Water Policy.
• Recent activities: Announced candidacy for Minnesota Senate District 20 while seeking House reelection.