Candidates State Representative District 10A – Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce

State Representative District 10A

All candidates listed above were contacted by the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce for participation in this Voting Guide. Responses received from our questionnaire are published exactly as submitted, with no additional editing. Please note that candidates marked with * did not respond.

Josh Heintzeman

Political Office: State Representative District 10a
Political Party: Republican
Age: 42
Family: Married to Keri 21 years with six children
Occupation: Log Builder
Contact: Cell# 218-820-5674 rep.josh.heintzeman@house.mn

What are three words that define you as a candidate?

Proven Local Leader

What are your priorities as they relate to our local business community?

Recently, public safety and law and order have faced dwindling support from some elected state officials. I remain committed to supporting our law enforcement community while continuing to build on the proven business oriented policies I've supported in the past. A safe community is critical for families and economic development..

If elected, how would you engage the business community when weighing your decisions?

Over the last 6 years, I've worked diligently to be as accessible as absolutely possible. My cell number is (218-820-5674) and I enjoy working with business owners to find solutions to problems. From "Eggs and Issues" to individual visits to my office in St Paul, I'm available.

In your opinion, what has been the (city’s, county’s or state’s) greatest success in encouraging business growth or eliminating barriers? What could be strengthened or improved?

I'm thankful to have been a part of many positive improvements in state government, but recently our governor has taken full control, allowing our cities to burn. Covid-19 has taken much but it's painful to watch surrounding states thrive while we struggle with overreaching executive orders. It needs to stop.

Why should people vote for you?

I proudly stand with business owners as an advocate fighting for their concerns. Reducing regulation, cutting taxes, and leveraging my position as a state legislator when agencies go off the rails unfairly targeting my business community. A strong business community equals better jobs, better pay, and higher standard of living.