North Dakota State Rep Resigns for Federal USDA Job

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State Representative Jared Hagert is resigning from the North Dakota legislature to take a job with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Hagert, a farmer from Emerado, was elected to the State House in 2020 and served as vice chair of the Legislature's Finance and Taxation Committee since 2023. He previously represented North Dakota on the Farm Service Agency State Committee in 2018.

Why it matters

Hagert's resignation creates a vacancy in the North Dakota State House that will be filled by the state GOP within 21 days. His move to the federal government highlights the ongoing exchange of talent between state and national offices, especially in agriculture-focused roles.

The details

Hagert, a Republican, was elected to the North Dakota State House in 2020 and has served on the Legislature's Finance and Taxation Committee since 2023. Prior to his state legislative role, he represented North Dakota on the Farm Service Agency State Committee in 2018. Hagert is expected to take a job with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, though the specific position is not yet known.

• Hagert was elected to the North Dakota State House in 2020.
• Hagert has served as vice chair of the Legislature's Finance and Taxation Committee since 2023.
• Hagert represented North Dakota on the Farm Service Agency State Committee in 2018.
• Hagert is resigning from the North Dakota legislature effective immediately.

What’s next

The North Dakota GOP will appoint a replacement for Hagert's vacant state House seat within the next 21 days.