Greg Boe (born September 8, 1959) is an American politician who served two terms as a Republican member of the

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from District 47B.

Early life and education

Boe was born and raised in

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. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science and toxicology, with a minor in chemistry, from

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. He later received a Master of Public Administration from the same university.

Career

Boe has served as a volunteer and community leader over the years, as a member of the Chaska City Council for 10 years and the city planning commission for nine years before that. He has worked as a department manager for the government of

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. and as a major program manager for neighboring Scott County. In addition Boe has also worked in the private-sector, in retail sales and electronic device manufacturing, design, and repair.

Minnesota House of Representatives

Boe was first elected to the

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. He served on the Environment and Natural Resources Policy Committee, the Energy and Climate Finance and Policy Division, and the Legacy Finance Division during his first term. For the 20221-2022 biennium, Boe's committee assignments included the Climate and Energy Finance and Policy Division, the Legacy Finance Division, and the Education Policy Committee.

Personal life

Boe and his wife, Debbie, have two grown children. He resides in eastern Carver County.

References

External links

Official House of Representatives website

Official campaign website
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