Bonnie Westlin is a dedicated public servant representing Senate District 42 in the Minnesota State Senate. This district includes the cities of Maple Grove, Medicine Lake, and Plymouth. She is the vice chair of the Elections Committee and also serves on the Education Finance Committee and the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee.1
Born and raised in Minnesota, Bonnie Westlin has a deep connection to her community. She pursued her higher education at Hamline University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in 1992. She furthered her education at the same institution, graduating from the Hamline University School of Law in 1995.
Before entering politics, Bonnie Westlin had a successful career as an attorney and small business owner. Her professional background has equipped her with a unique perspective and valuable skills that she brings to her role as a state senator.
In the 2016 elections, Bonnie Westlin ran as a Democratic candidate for District 34 of the Minnesota State Senate. She assumed her current office, representing Minnesota State Senate District 42, on January 3, 2023. As of the 2020 Census, Minnesota state senators represented an average of 85,220 residents.
Throughout her political career, Bonnie Westlin has shown a commitment to serving her constituents and working towards the betterment of her state. Her dedication to public service continues to drive her work in the Minnesota State Senate.
