Cedrick Frazier facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Cedrick Frazier
Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 43A district
Incumbent
Assumed office January 5, 2021
Preceded by	Lyndon Carlson
Constituency	43A (2023-present) 45A (2021-2023)
Member of the New Hope City Council
In office September 10, 2018 – December 31, 2020
Preceded by	Erik Lammle
Succeeded by	Michael Isenberg
Personal details
Born	(1979-04-28) April 28, 1979 (age 46)
Political party	Democratic (DFL)
Spouse	Stella
Children	3
Residence	New Hope, Minnesota
Education	University of Minnesota-Morris (B.A.) Minnesota State University, Mankato (M.A.) William Mitchell College of Law (J.D.)
Occupation	Attorney Legislator
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Cedrick Rommel Frazier (born April 28, 1979) is an American lawyer and politician. He is a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. He belongs to the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL). He represents District 43A, which includes the cities of New Hope and Crystal in Hennepin County.

Cedrick Frazier's Early Life and Education

Cedrick Frazier grew up in Chicago, Illinois. After high school, he moved to Minnesota. He played football and ran track at the University of Minnesota-Morris. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in psychology there.

Frazier then attended Minnesota State University, Mankato. He studied urban studies, focusing on how local governments are managed. He earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree. During this time, he also worked with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

After his master's degree, Frazier went to William Mitchell College of Law. While studying law, he worked for the Hennepin County Public Defender's Office. He also worked for the League of Minnesota Cities. After getting his law degree (Juris Doctor or J.D.), he became a public defender in Hennepin County. A public defender is a lawyer who helps people who cannot afford legal help.

In 2008, Frazier became the Director of Equity and Diversity for the Minneapolis Public School District. He later became a legal advisor for the district. After working in public education for eight years, he joined the legal team at Education Minnesota. This is the largest labor union for educators in the state.

Serving on the New Hope City Council

In August 2018, Cedrick Frazier was chosen to join the New Hope City Council. This council helps make decisions for the city of New Hope. Before this, he was part of the city's Planning Commission.

Frazier officially started his role on September 10, 2018. He made history by becoming the first African American to serve on the New Hope City Council.

While on the council, Frazier worked to improve communication. He encouraged talks between the city's Human Rights Commission and the police department. These discussions focused on how police practices could be fair for everyone. He also suggested new rules to protect people who rent affordable homes.

Becoming a Minnesota State Representative

Cedrick Frazier was first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2020. He took over from Lyndon Carlson, who had been a State Representative for a long time. As a State Representative, he helps create laws for the state of Minnesota.

Key Work in the Legislature

On January 1, 2021, the Speaker of the Minnesota House, Melissa Hortman, chose Frazier to be the vice chair of the House Public Safety Committee. This committee works on laws related to public safety and crime.

Frazier has been a strong supporter of making changes to Minnesota's public safety and justice system. He helped lead efforts to improve how law enforcement works. He was also a key negotiator for the state's budget. He helped pass a $52 billion state budget, which prevented the government from shutting down. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recognized Frazier for keeping police reform a main topic during the legislative session.

In July 2021, Frazier was appointed to a special group. This group decided how to give out $250 million in federal money. This money was meant for essential workers who worked hard during difficult times. Frazier also wrote a bill called the Essential Workers Emergency Leave Act. This bill aimed to give paid sick leave to workers who did not get it from other federal programs.

In December 2022, Frazier was elected to be a co-chair of the Minnesota House People of Color and Indigenous (POCI) Caucus. He shared this role with Representative Esther Agbaje. This group works on issues important to people of color and Indigenous communities in Minnesota.

Committee Roles

Cedrick Frazier has served on several important committees in the Minnesota House of Representatives:

• 2025-2027:
  • Judiciary Finance & Civil Law (vice chair)
  • Workforce Development Finance & Policy
  • Energy Finance & Policy
• 2023-2025:
  • Judiciary Finance & Civil Law (vice chair)
  • Education Policy
  • Public Safety Finance & Policy
  • Workforce Development Finance & Policy
• 2021-2023:
  • Public Safety Finance & Policy (vice chair)
  • Judiciary Finance & Policy
  • Education Policy
  • Economic Development Finance & Policy

Personal Life

Cedrick Frazier is married to Stella, and they have three daughters. Their family lives in New Hope, Minnesota.