Sean Cleary

Background

Cleary represents District 35 in the North Dakota Senate and is seeking reelection. His campaign biography says he works at the University of Mary, previously held positions with U.S. Senator John Hoeven, Governor Doug Burgum, and the Medora Foundation, and graduated from the University of Mary and the University of North Dakota.

Sources: Bismarck Local election guide

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Affordability

  Cleary says he is focused on affordability, citing tax relief, keeping energy costs low, supporting strong schools, and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.

  Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey, as quoted in The Ballot Brief

• Legacy Fund

  He says responsible management of the Legacy Fund can help keep taxes low while investing in education, infrastructure, and other long-term priorities.

  Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey, as quoted in The Ballot Brief

• Property taxes

  The guide reports that in his 2026 general-election profile Cleary supported reducing property taxes.

  Bismarck Local election guide