Political party Republican Education Augsburg College Role Politician | Name Karin Housley Children 4 Party Republican Party | |
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Preceded by Constituency established Born January 20, 1964 (age 60)
South St. Paul, Minnesota,
U.S. ( 1964-01-20 ) Spouse(s) Phil Housley (1985–present) Alma mater Augsburg College
University of Buffalo | ||
Karin housley on education and property taxes
Karin Housley (born January 20, 1964) is a Minnesota politician and member of the Minnesota Senate. A member of the Republican Party of Minnesota, she represents District 39 in the eastern Twin Cities metropolitan area.
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- Karin housley on education and property taxes
- Early life and education
- Minnesota Senate
- Personal life
- References
Early life and education
Housley was born and raised in South St. Paul, Minnesota. She graduated from South St. Paul High School in 1982. She attended Augsburg College and later transferred to the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, graduating in 1988 with a B.A. in communication studies.
Minnesota Senate
Housley ran unsuccessfully for election to the Minnesota Senate in 2010, losing to DFL incumbent Katie Sieben. She ran again and was elected in 2012.
Personal life
Housley married Phil Housley, a former American ice hockey player and current head coach of the Buffalo Sabres, in 1985. They have four children and reside in St. Marys Point, Minnesota. Housley is a real estate broker and hosts her own radio show.
