See where Tacheny and Rosemark stand on housing and schools. Names follow official Washington County election filings.
James Tacheny (Republican), Sam Rosemark (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 44. Not on the November ballot: Tou Xiong, the sitting member per the roster. 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.
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Tacheny grew up on St. Paul's East Side, played goalie at Hill-Murray and later served as a goalie coach and team chaplain for an East Side hockey program, per the campaign site. Tacheny built a business and brings experience in budgeting, construction, insurance advocacy and caring for adults with special needs, per the campaign site.
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Sam Rosemark grew up in District 44, where his family ran a hair salon and a bakery, per the campaign site. He is a member of the ISD 622 school board, elected in a special election, per the campaign site.
Who is running for Minnesota Senate District 44 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Minnesota Senate District 44 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: James Tacheny and Sam Rosemark. Candidate information follows official Washington County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on housing and schools.
When is the Minnesota Senate District 44 election in Minnesota?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Minnesota are on the Minnesota election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Washington County and state election office filings, last verified October 3, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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