St. Paul Reporter

Eric Pratt, a Minnesota State Senator, recently used his social media platform to engage with constituents and comment on state matters. His posts highlighted upcoming public appearances and expressed opinions on policy decisions affecting Minnesotans.

On August 7, 2025, Pratt announced his attendance at a local event: "I will be at the Dakota County Fair tomorrow. If you see me, be sure to stop by, say hello, and tell me about the issues that are on your mind. See you at the Fair!" This invitation encouraged direct interaction between Pratt and members of his community.

Later that day, Pratt commented on legal developments in Minnesota: "This is great news for all law-abiding Minnesotans! Her decisions have been disastrous for Metro counties." The statement referenced judicial or administrative actions impacting the state’s metropolitan areas.

In another post dated August 8, 2025, Pratt reflected on his meeting with utility sector representatives: "I enjoyed with meeting members of the Minnesota Rural Electric Association, our electric cooperatives that are member-owned and ensure the lights (and everything else) comes on when we need it. Having served on the Senate Energy Committee and the Legislative Energy Commission, I"

Pratt has a background in energy policy through service on both the Senate Energy Committee and the Legislative Energy Commission. These committees address statewide energy concerns such as grid reliability and cooperative management.

Minnesota’s rural electric cooperatives play a significant role in delivering electricity to non-urban communities across the state. They are structured as member-owned organizations responsible for maintaining infrastructure and ensuring consistent service.

Through these posts, Eric Pratt demonstrated ongoing engagement with both legislative work and constituent outreach as part of his role in state government.