Todd Lippert | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 20B district | |
| In office January 7, 2019 – January 2, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | David Bly |
| Succeeded by | Kristi Pursell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 26, 1977 Larchwood, Iowa, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | University of Iowa (BM) United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities (MDiv) |
Todd Lippert (born January 26, 1977)[1] is an American politician and former pastor who served as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2019 to 2022. A member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), he represented District 20B which includes the city of Northfield and portions of Le Sueur and Rice County in south-central Minnesota.[1]
Early life and education[edit]
Lippert was born in Larchwood, Iowa.[2] He attended the University of Iowa, graduating with a Bachelor of Music in music performance. He later attended the United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, graduating with a Master of Divinity in theology.[1]
Career[edit]
Lippert served as a pastor in local churches from 2003 to February 2020. He served as a senior minister at the United Church of Christ in Northfield, Minnesota, from 2012 to 2020.[2]
Minnesota House of Representatives[edit]
Lippert was elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2018, winning the seat left open by former representative David Bly, who announced his retirement in February 2018.[3] Lippert stated that he became active in politics through his work as a pastor, getting involved in faith-based groups such as ISAIAH Minnesota which led to him wanting to run for office.[4] During the 2021–2022 session, Lippert served as an assistant majority leader. In January 2022, Lippert announced he would not seek re-election for a third term, stating that he would like to continue working to help Democrats connect with rural communities.[5]
While in the legislature, Lippert authored many bills relating to rural communities, small farmers, soil and water health, and combating climate change.[6][7][8][9][10][11] Alongside Republican Mike Goggin, Lippert advocated for a "Farm to School" program to get local produce into school lunches.[12] He proposed a ban on chlorpyrifos, the most widely used pesticide for soybean farms in Minnesota, and which can cause brain damage in children.[13] In 2022, he authored a bill creating a carbon trading program alongside Senator Dave Senjem.[14] Lippert also worked with senate republicans to pass a bill that increased the minimum wage of caregivers employed by the state through Medicaid.[15][16]
2021–2022 committee assignments: [1]
- Agriculture Finance and Policy
- Climate and Energy Finance and Policy
- Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
- Human Services Finance and Policy: Behavioral Health Policy
2019–2020 committee assignments: [1]
- Agriculture and Food Finance and Policy
- Environment and Natural Resources Policy
- Labor
- Long Term Care
- State Government Finance
Electoral Results[edit]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic (DFL) | Todd Lippert | 12,585 | 52.5% | -2.8% | |
| Republican | Joe Moravchik | 11,366 | 47.4% | +2.7% | |
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic (DFL) | Todd Lippert | 10,925 | 55.3% | N/A | |
| Republican | Josh Gare | 8,819 | 44.7% | N/A% | |
Personal life[edit]
Lippert and his wife, Sara, have three children. They reside in Northfield, Minnesota.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f "Lippert, Todd". Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved November 8, 2018.
- ^ a b Weyhe, Philip (March 22, 2018). "Lippert announces candidacy for District 20B seat". Lonsdale News Review. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 8, 2018.
- ^ Weyhe, Philip. "Rep. Bly announces retirement from Legislature". Southernminn.com. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ "2019 New Member Video - Minnesota Legislature". www.lrl.mn.gov. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ "Lippert will not run for re-election - Session Daily - Minnesota House of Representatives". www.house.leg.state.mn.us. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Smith, Kelly. "Nonprofits lobby Legislature to fund program that helps low-income residents buy at farmers' markets". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Aamot, Greg (2021-05-07). "More cover crops could help Minnesota's soil and water. What do farmers think about it?". MinnPost. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Stanley, Greg. "Novel crops can save rural Minnesota's drinking water, U says". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ "Walz signs bill aiding Minnesota farmers facing foreclosure". Twin Cities. 2020-05-20. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Koehler, Amanda (2021-02-09). "Economic justice, for people and the land | Opinion". Minnesota Reformer. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Orenstein, Walker (2022-04-12). "Why high gas prices may doom the chances of Minnesota adopting low-carbon fuel standards". MinnPost. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Lippert, Todd; Goggin, Mike. "OPINION EXCHANGE | 'Farm to School' bill: Now's the time for local foods in our schools". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Stanley, Greg. "Lawmakers consider banning Minnesota's most widely used pesticide". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ Bjorhus, Jennifer; Webster, MaryJo. "Ethanol's clean air benefits clouded by greenhouse gas emissions". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ St Anthony, Neal. "Minnesota home-health workers, PCA industry could use a financial boost". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ St Anthony, Neal. "St. Anthony: Legislature fell short on help for Minnesota's most vulnerable preschool kids". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ "2020 Results for State Representative District 20B - Index - Election Results". electionresults.sos.state.mn.us. Retrieved 2022-08-07.
- ^ "2018 Results for State Representative District 20B - Index - Election Results". electionresults.sos.state.mn.us. Retrieved 2022-08-07.