Senate District 6

DFLer Denise Slipy raised the majority of her funds after the primary. Republican Keri Heintzeman's pace has slowed, but her totals are still far above Slipy's.

The DFL candidate answered questions about subjects ranging from rising cost of living, housing and child care to education, abortion and gun ownership.

The DFL said Heintzeman violated individual contribution limits. Heintzeman said she confirmed the legality of her donations with the state campaign finance board.

According to a news release, Keri Heintzeman said she plans to prioritize face-to-face conversations with voters through door-knocking efforts before the election.

Precinct-level results from the April 15 special primary for Republicans reveal Keri Heintzeman's dominance in a crowded field.

According to unofficial results, Keri Heintzeman earned 46.77% of the vote among the eight candidates and will move on to the general election, facing DFLer Denise Slipy.

The field of eight GOP candidates will be narrowed to one after Northern Minnesota voters weigh in April 15, 2025. The winner will face DFLer Denise Slipy in the general election.

She’s also the only candidate in the race to have donations from lobbyists. At least seven have donated a total of over $7,000 to Keri Heintzeman.

Candidates include Steve Cotariu, Josh Gazelka, Keri Heintzeman, John Howe, Doug Kern, Angel Zierden and Matthew Zinda. An eighth candidate, Jennifer Carnahan, did not attend, saying she was sick.

Republican Keri Heintzeman and DFLer Denise Slipy are running to represent the Brainerd lakes area, southeastern Cass County, and Grand Rapids and southwestern Itasca County.