State Representative District 3 in North Dakota State House District 3, North Dakota

2026 Primary Election

• Blaine Deslauriers — Vice Chair of the Board and Senior Executive Vice President at First International Bank & Trust in Minot, ND

  Blaine DesLauriers is a Republican candidate for the North Dakota House of Representatives, District 3, in the 2026 primary election. A longtime banking executive, he serves as Vice Chair of the Board and Senior Executive Vice President at First International Bank & Trust, bringing nearly five decades of financial leadership experience. A Minot State University graduate, he is committed to strengthening District 3 and ensuring North Dakota thrives. His policy stances include being pro-life, advocating for limited government and economic freedom, supporting responsible energy development, keeping taxes low, and bolstering partnerships between employers and educators for high-paying jobs. He runs on a joint ticket with Timothy Mihalick.

• Crystal Hendrickson — Small business owner in Minot, ND

  Crystal Hendrickson, a Minot-area resident, small business owner, and mother of three, is running as a Republican for the North Dakota House. She previously led a grassroots effort for the North Prairie Regional Water District, winning election to its board in 2023. Committed to ensuring District 3 voices are heard, she champions individual liberty, personal responsibility, limited government, and lower taxes. Hendrickson is pro-gun, pro-life, and pro-school choice. She advocates for property tax reform, particularly in Minot, and voting rights for residents in extraterritorial zoning areas. She also expresses concerns about large data centers and carbon pipeline projects, prioritizing local community benefits.

• Tara Hiatt — Administrative Assistant in Minot, ND

  Tara Hiatt is a candidate for the North Dakota House of Representatives, District 3, running in the Democratic primary on June 9, 2026. She currently serves as an administrative assistant at Minot State University, supporting the Business, Math, Data, and Technology departments. Before joining the university in 2023, her career spanned the oilfield, federal government, and private healthcare, where she gained experience in FEMA disaster relief, phlebotomy/lab management, and vaccine education. A longtime Minot-area resident, she is a graduate of Glenburn High School and an alumna of Minot State University. She is currently on maternity leave until January 2026. In her free time, she enjoys bow and rifle hunting, crafting, and playing video games. She is married and has two daughters.

• Jeff Hoverson — Incumbent North Dakota House of Representatives, District 3 in ND

  Jeff Hoverson is an American politician, pastor, and businessman serving as a Republican member of the North Dakota House of Representatives for District 3, an office he assumed on December 1, 2018. He grew up in Dahlen, North Dakota, and holds a bachelor's degree in education from Valley City State University and a master of divinity from Lutheran Brethren Seminary. Hoverson is a former public school teacher and has served as a pastor at Bread of Life and currently at Living Word Lutheran Church since 2010. He also operates a LoVE Ice Cream food truck with his family. He is married to JoAnn and they have six children. Hoverson is seeking re-election to represent District 3 in the 2026 North Dakota Primary Election.

• Natalie Mclaughlin — Candidate for North Dakota House of Representatives in ND

  Natalie Mclaughlin is a Democratic candidate for the North Dakota House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 3. She is slated to appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary on June 9, 2026. Mclaughlin's campaign philosophy highlights the importance of active participation, stating a belief in showing up and working together to address and resolve challenges, rather than merely complaining about them. She has engaged in discussions about her campaign and legislative goals on BEKTV. Mclaughlin is running for one of the two seats in District 3, with Tara Hiatt also campaigning in the Democratic primary.

• Timothy Mihalick — Senior Vice President of Business Development and Facilities in Minot, ND

  Timothy Mihalick, a Republican, is campaigning for the North Dakota House of Representatives, District 3, in the 2026 primary. An alumnus of Minot State University (1981, Business Administration), he was inducted into the MSU Athletic Hall of Fame in 1995. His professional career includes leadership roles at Investors Real Estate Trust (IRET), serving as President and CEO, and later as Senior Vice President of Business Development and Facilities at First Western Bank & Trust. Mihalick is deeply involved in civic affairs in Minot, serving on the Minot Family YMCA board and the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education. His policy priorities focus on a strong economy, accessible education, responsible energy development, affordable healthcare, low taxes, and workforce development.