DON SCHAIBLE

First elected to the North Dakota Senate in 2010, Don has become known for his steady, results-driven approach to public service. He represents District 31 with a focus on supporting families, strengthening rural communities, and advancing smart, responsible policy that keeps North Dakota strong.

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experience, integrity, and a record of service

Meet Senator Don Schaible

Don Schaible is a lifelong farmer, educator, and community leader who has spent more than four decades serving the people of District 31. Born in Elgin and raised on his family farm near Mott, Don built a career rooted in hard work, common sense, and a commitment to rural North Dakota.First elected to the North Dakota Senate in 2010, Don has become known for his steady, results-driven approach to public service. He represents District 31 with a focus on supporting families, strengthening rural communities, and advancing smart, responsible policy that keeps North Dakota strong.

A Lifetime of Leadership

TRUSTED RECORD OF SERVICE

Don and his family operate a diversified grain farm spanning more than 10,000 acres, giving him firsthand experience with agriculture, small-town economics, and the challenges facing rural families. His service extends farm beoynd the farm:

20 years on the Mott & Mott-Regent School Board
25 years with the Volunteer Fire Department, earning life membership in the ND Firefighter Association
26 years with the Mott Ambulance Service
Board Member, Mott Health Care Center
Hettinger County Representative, Southwest Water Board
Vice Chair, Emergency Response Committee

At the Capitol, Don serves on Senate Appropriations Committee, Budget Section, Government Finance Committee, and represents North Dakota on both Energy Council Executive Committee and the Education Commission of the States Steering Committee.

FOCUSED ON WHAT MATTERS FOR DISTRICT 31

Priorities

Don Schaible’s work in the Legislature is guided by practical, conservative principles and a focus on results that matter to District 31. He believes government should be responsible, accountable, and focused on serving the people—not growing itself. In the next legislative session, Don will continue working to protect taxpayers, strengthen rural communities, and advance policies that support families, farmers, and small businesses. His priorities reflect a commitment to fiscal discipline, local control, and long-term solutions that keep North Dakota strong.

Rural Emergency Services

Advancing solutions from the statewide EMS study to keep rural fire and ambulance services strong and sustainable.

Education & workforce readiness

Strengthening rural schools, supporting career-tech opportunities, and ensuring every student has access to a quality education—without creating new entitlements.

Property Tax Relief & Fiscal Responsibility

Building on historic tax relief by ensuring homeowners, farmers, and small businesses see fair, sustainable tax reductions supported by Legacy Fund earnings.

Water & Infrastructure

Investing in critical projects through Southwest Water and supporting infrastructure that helps agriculture and communities grow.

Energy & Resource Development

Supporting responsible regulation, energy innovation, and the jobs that power North Dakota’s economy.

Pro-Life Values

Protecting North Dakota’s most vulnerable citizens and defending pro-life policy.