Brian Kroshus

Background

Kroshus was appointed North Dakota Tax Commissioner in January 2022 and elected later that year. Before that, he served on the North Dakota Public Service Commission, having been appointed in 2017 and elected in 2018 and 2020; the state biography also describes his background in business, agriculture, and energy.

Sources: North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Tax administration

  He says fairness, transparency, and protecting taxpayer dollars are priorities, and that he will support business development and long-term economic growth.

  Brian Kroshus campaign website

• Government priorities

  In announcing his 2026 reelection campaign, he identified fiscally responsible government, effective representation of citizens, transparency, and fairness as priorities.

  Minot Daily News

• Limited government

  He says he believes in limited government and applying conservative values and respect for citizens’ rights to how government works.

  Brian Kroshus campaign website