Matthew Heilman is an American politician who is a member of the North Dakota House of Representatives, representing the 7th district. His district comprises part of Burleigh County. Career Heilman graduated from Bismarck State College in North Dakota. Prior to his election, he served as precinct committeeman for the District 7 Republicans. 2022 General Election Heilman won the republican primary with 34.7% of the vote. He won the general election unopposed. Political positions Education policy Heilman supports House Bill 1494 aimed at making school meals more accessible to students. Gun rights Heilman introduced a bill to allow university students to carry weapons on campus, stating, "If [students] were carrying, it would be a great deterrent for people who want to commit violent acts against them". Immigration Heilman opposes sanctuary cities, supporting a bill that would ban then in North Dakota. He stated that this was a proactive measure to prevent the "utter disarray" seen at the southern border from coming to North Dakota. Personal life Heilman is an eagle scout. References Living people Republican Party members of the North Dakota House of Representatives 21st-century American politicians American Roman Catholics