Summary
- Minnesota State Senator Jeremy Miller announced he will not seek reelection in 2026.
- Announcement made via his official X (formerly Twitter) account.
- Miller expressed gratitude for his time in the Senate in a statement.
- He has served since 2010, including roles as Senate president.
Miller was the second youngest Minnesotan elected to the Senate in history when he was first elected in 2010 at the age of 26. He will have served 16 years by the end of his current tenure.
Miller said,
"After a tremendous amount of thought and discussion with Janel and the boys, I have made the difficult decision to not seek reelection after my current term ends next year."
"Other than marrying my amazing wife and the birth of our three wonderful boys, serving in the Minnesota Senate has been one of the most memorable and rewarding experiences of my life,"
said Miller.
Miller became the youngest senator in the history of the state to hold the office of Senate President in 2019 at the age of 35. He has served in a number of leadership positions, including Senate Majority Leader, Deputy Majority Leader, and Committee Chair.
Miller's legislative accomplishments include financing mental health care, enhancing early childhood learning opportunities, and establishing the Rare Diseases Advisory Council.
Additionally, he has supported regional initiatives such as the Southeast Minnesota Veterans Cemetery and Education Village at Winona State University.
Miller has received multiple honors for his commitment, including the Minnesota Fire Fighters Association's coveted Golden Axe Award and Legislator of the Year.
"There tends to be too much I, I, I, and me, me me, in politics and not enough we and us,"
Miller said.
"My philosophy is simple - listen and work together to get things done."
Miller added,
"Serving in the Senate has been an honor of a lifetime and I’m proud of what I’ve been able to help accomplish for the folks I’m blessed to represent."
While Miller is not closing the door on future public office runs, he plans to step back for now.
"I have spent a lot of time away from home during my time in the Senate, and I’m really looking forward to being home more often,"
he said.
Miller concluded,
"I am incredibly grateful for the trust and support I’ve received from the constituents I have the opportunity to serve. I’ve created countless memories and built many wonderful friendships that will extend far beyond my time in the Senate."
How has Miller's tenure affected policy in Fillmore, Houston, Winona?
Miller gave priority to business-friendly policies that stimulated local economies, promoted small businesses, and fostered job creation in the rural and suburban parts of his district, especially in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors that were vital to Fillmore and Houston counties.
He also advocated for state resources to repair and improve roads, bridges, and broadband internet in an area that had ongoing infrastructure needs in rural communities.
Because of the rural nature of the district, Miller supported programs for farmers, such as crop insurance and agricultural innovation, concentrating on keeping the economic life of farming sustainable and encouraged in Winona and surrounding counties.