Fred Gardner

Fred Gardner is a candidate for Kansas House of Representatives District 9 Primary Election in 2026 in Kansas State House District 9, Kansas.

Incumbent Kansas House of Representatives, District 9 in Garnett, KS

Fred Gardner, a 69-year-old semi-retired veterinarian from Garnett, Kansas, is an incumbent Republican member of the Kansas House of Representatives, representing District 9. He assumed office in January 2023 and is seeking re-election. With 44 years of experience as a veterinarian, 31 years as a small business owner, and eight years on a local school board, Gardner champions common-sense solutions. He is motivated by concerns for rural life, advocating for smaller government, reduced state regulations on businesses (especially agriculture), and lower taxation to ease burdens on families and promote economic growth. He also supports protecting the unborn and Second Amendment rights.