State Senator · Senate District 33
From Karin
In 2012, the people of Forest Lake, Stillwater, and the surrounding St. Croix Valley sent me to the Minnesota Senate. You sent me back in 2016, 2020, and 2022 — and on November 3, I would be honored to have your support again.
I have lived here for more than 30 years. I raised my family here, my kids went to school here, and now my grandkids are growing up here. I am a mom, a grandmother, and a small business owner, and I am tired of government getting in the way of the basics: lower costs, honest government, safe communities, and care for seniors and veterans.
I am fighting for the projects our cities have asked for — Myrtle Street and Washington Avenue in Stillwater, Forest Road North and Highway 61 in Forest Lake, wastewater treatment in Scandia, and PFAS treatment for the Stillwater and Oak Park Heights water plants.
I work with members of both parties when that is what it takes to get something done, and I will always keep doing that.
Where I stand
Lower costs, honest government, safe communities, and care for seniors and veterans.
Making life more affordable
Property taxes, tab fees, and everyday costs keep climbing. I authored legislation so workers can keep their tips and overtime and so retirees are not taxed on Social Security. I will keep pushing to get more of your money back in your pocket.
Stopping fraud and waste
Your tax dollars should not disappear into fraud. That’s why I have repeatedly demanded accountability from state agencies, voted to stop fraud before the money goes out, and voted to force fraudsters to pay taxpayers back for every dollar they stole.
Protecting our communities
Violent crime does not stop at the edge of the metro and too often it spills into the St. Croix Valley. I am proud of my support from law enforcement, and I have backed funding to recruit, retain, and train officers so our communities stay safe.
Fighting for seniors
I chaired the Senate’s first-ever committee on senior care, led protections for people in assisted living and nursing homes, and passed efforts to protect seniors from scams.
In their words
What local leaders are saying about Karin
I’ve worked with Senator Housley for years, and she has been an absolute champion for Forest Lake at the Capitol.
Blake RobertsForest Lake MayorHer dedication, tenacity and deep commitment to our community have left a lasting, positive mark on every corner of our city.
Ted KozlowskiStillwater MayorSenator Karin Housley has been a strong partner for law enforcement in Washington County.
Dan StarryWashington County SheriffWhat sets Karin apart is her genuine commitment to working across the aisle and bringing people together to get things done.
Stan KarwoskiWashington County CommissionerSenator Karin Housley shows up, listens to our community, and works hand-in-hand with Hugo leadership.
Tom WeidtHugo MayorHaving someone so accessible and dedicated to our community makes all the difference.
Chuck DoughertyOak Park Heights Mayor
Vote on or before Tuesday, November 3
It’s truly a privilege to represent Senate District 33 and the great people of Washington County in the Minnesota Senate. You can vote on or before Tuesday, November 3, and it’d be an honor to have your support.
Can I count on you?
