Matthew Heilman
Matthew Heilman is an American politician who is a member of the North Dakota House of Representatives, representing the 7th district. His district comprises part of Burleigh County.
Matthew Heilman | |
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| Member of the North Dakota House of Representatives from the 7th district | |
| Assumed office December 1, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Rick Becker |
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| Born | July 19, 2001 Bismarck, North Dakota, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence(s) | Bismarck, North Dakota, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Bismarck State College |
Career
Heilman graduated from Bismarck State College in North Dakota. Prior to his election, he served as precinct committeeman for the District 7 Republicans.[1]
2022 general election
Heilman won the republican primary with 34.7% of the vote. He won the general election unopposed.[2]
Political positions
Education policy
Heilman supports House Bill 1494 aimed at making school meals more accessible to students.[3]
Gun rights
Heilman introduced a bill to allow university students to carry weapons on campus, stating, "If [students] were carrying, it would be a great deterrent for people who want to commit violent acts against them".[4]
Immigration
Heilman opposes sanctuary cities, supporting a bill that would ban them in North Dakota. He stated that this was a proactive measure to prevent the "utter disarray" seen at the southern border from coming to North Dakota.[5]
Personal life
Heilman is an eagle scout.[6]