Austen Schauer

Austen Schauer is a candidate for State Representative District 13 Primary Election in 2026 in North Dakota State House District 13, North Dakota.

Incumbent North Dakota State Representative in West Fargo, ND

Also running: Russell Bubach, Everett Duckworth, Maggi Gadaire, Brenda Jo Gillund, Jim Jonas.

Austen Schauer is an incumbent Republican member of the North Dakota House of Representatives, representing District 13, a position he has held since December 2018. A resident of West Fargo, he is seeking re-election in 2026. His campaign emphasizes strong conservative values, fiscal responsibility, and delivering results for families by ensuring government listens to its people. Schauer has a diverse professional background, including a career in news broadcasting, fundraising, and recruiting. He is particularly recognized for his dedicated advocacy for veterans, notably leading a successful fundraiser for the Fisher House of North Dakota. He holds degrees from Dickinson State College and the University of North Dakota. Schauer is married to Angela Tracy, and they have three children.