Scott Dibble

State Senator, Minnesota · District 61

Scott Dibble is a prominent figure in the Minnesota State Senate, representing District 61. He is a member of the Democratic/Farmer/Labor party. His full name is D. 'Scott' Dibble and he was born on August 27, 1965. He resides in Minneapolis, MN.

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Role State Senator

Current office, as recorded in the directory.

District District 61

The district this member is elected from.

Service since 2024

Dates of service on record.

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Biography

Scott Dibble is a prominent figure in the Minnesota State Senate, representing District 61. He is a member of the Democratic/Farmer/Labor party. His full name is D. ‘Scott’ Dibble and he was born on August 27, 1965. He resides in Minneapolis, MN.1

Dibble’s political journey began in the Minnesota House of Representatives, where he represented District 60B from 2001 to 2003. He was elected to the Minnesota Senate in 2002, and has been reelected in 2006, 2010, 2012, 2016, 2020, and 2022. He first ran in 2002 after incumbent Myron Orfield announced his retirement. Since 2023, Dibble has served as chair of the Transportation Finance and Policy Committee.

In addition to his political career, Dibble has a rich educational background. He attended college at the University of Minnesota and the University of St. Thomas. His professional experience includes working as a community organizer and as a staffer to Minneapolis Councilperson Dore Mead.

Dibble first became involved in politics in the mid-1980s, focusing on issues concerning the civil rights of the LGBTQ+ community, including policies affecting those with HIV and AIDS. His dedication to these issues has been a significant part of his political career.

Throughout his political journey, Dibble has shown a strong commitment to his constituents and has worked tirelessly to represent their interests in the Minnesota State Senate.

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References

  1. Scott Dibble, State Senator. senate.mn. Retrieved October 10, 2026.
  2. Official website. senate.mn. Retrieved October 10, 2026.