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Terry Wanzek

Terry Wanzek

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State Senator · Senate District 29

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Biography

Senator Terry M. Wanzek

Terry M. Wanzek is a Republican state senator representing District 29 in North Dakota, which includes Jamestown. Born on March 28, 1957, Wanzek is a farmer, rancher, and businessman with deep roots in North Dakota's agricultural community. He is married to Janice and has three children and seven grandchildren. A practicing Catholic, Wanzek has been actively involved in his community through various civic and agricultural organizations.

Education

Wanzek earned a Cum Laude Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Jamestown and completed the Texas A&M TEPAP program, which has equipped him with advanced knowledge in agricultural business management and policy.

Political Experience

Wanzek's legislative career spans multiple decades:

  • North Dakota House of Representatives: 1993–1994
  • North Dakota Senate: 1995–2002, and since 2007

Notable Positions and Achievements

Wanzek holds leadership roles in several organizations and has received recognition for his contributions:

  • Past President of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association
  • Board Member of the University of Jamestown Board of Governors
  • Board Member of the Global Farmers Network
  • Board Member of Nodak Insurance Company
  • Board Member of Jamestown Regional Medical Center
  • Recipient of the Community Leadership Award from the Greater North Dakota Chamber of Commerce
  • Recipient of the Kernel Award from the North Dakota Grain Growers Association
  • Active member of the Knights of Columbus, Farm Bureau, and the *North American Wheat Growers Association *

Committees

6 assignments
Agriculture and Water Management member
Appropriations member
Appropriations: Government Operations Division chair
Budget Section member
Budget Section Commerce and Legal Services Division vice chair
Budget Section Government Operations Division chair

At a glance

Office
State Senator
District
Senate District 29
Party
Republican
Born
March 28, 1957 (69 years old)
Mailing
State Capitol 600 E. Boulevard Ave., Bismarck, ND 58505