Garret Nelson

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Garret Nelson
Member of the Alaska House of Representatives
from the 29th district
Assumed office
December 30, 2025
Preceded byGeorge Rauscher
Personal details
Born1984 (age 4142)
PartyRepublican
ResidenceSutton, Alaska

Gerald Garret Nelson (born 1984) is an American politician. Nelson currently serves as a member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 29th district. He was appointed by Governor Mike Dunleavy on December 24, 2025, and sworn in on December 30.[1][2] He replaced George Rauscher, who was previously appointed to the Alaska Senate by Dunleavy. He currently works as a salesman, and has prior experience as a cattle rancher, welder and small business owner.

References

  1. "Governor Dunleavy Appoints Two Members to Alaska House of Representatives". Office of Governor Mike Dunleavy. December 24, 2025. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
  2. Samuels, Iris (December 30, 2025). "Alaska House Republicans confirm 2 new members". Anchorage Daily News. Retrieved January 5, 2026.