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2 candidates are tracked for Minnesota House District 24A on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Duane Quam and Heather Holmes. Candidate information follows official Olmsted County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Duane Quam (Republican), Heather Holmes (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 24A; Duane Quam is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Duane Quam holds degrees in engineering and physics, including a master's in physics, and has worked as an engineer, scientist and project manager, per campaign site. Duane Quam previously served on the Byron School Board and chaired Minnesota's State Academic Science Standards writing committee, per campaign site.
2026 priorities (per the campaign site)
- Supports a smaller, more fiscally responsible government
- Supports constitutional and property rights protections
- Favors reducing fees and regulations to support job creation
Source: candidate campaign site, roster verified 2026-09-06.
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Heather Holmes is a scientist and former school board member raising a family in Byron, Minnesota, per campaign site.
2026 priorities (per the campaign site)
- Focuses on lowering everyday costs to make rural life more affordable
- Emphasizes community volunteerism and support
- Commits to responsive, transparent leadership
Source: candidate campaign site, roster verified 2026-09-06.
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