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Rep. Bakeberg thanks colleagues, staff and constituents in farewell remarks
Summary
Representative Bakeberg used brief farewell remarks on the House floor to thank colleagues and staff, cite Matthew 5:13–16 as a guiding passage and note his mother's ongoing battle with cancer, calling family and community support a sustaining force.
Representative Bakeberg delivered brief farewell remarks on the House floor, thanking fellow members, staff and constituents and reflecting on his time in office. "Thank you, Madam Speaker. Thank you members," he said as he opened, acknowledging the chance to learn from colleagues even amid disagreements.
Bakeberg praised the work of support staff and security, singling out the chief clerk's staff and individuals including Patrick Murphy, Gavin Millar and a staff member identified as Ali for behind-the-scenes work. He also acknowledged GOP researchers he named as Isaac and Jacob and said their expertise helps advance education efforts across the state of Minnesota.
He framed his service in personal and moral terms, citing Matthew 5:13–16: "let your light shine before others so that they may see your good works and give glory to your father who is in heaven," and saying the passage reminded him that public service is about showing up for constituents and lifting others.
Bakeberg also offered personal thanks to his family. He said his mother has been battling cancer this year and called his family "rock and prayer warriors," and he thanked his wife, Lindy, and his children for the sacrifices they made while he served. He described the inspiration he feels when children visit the Capitol and urged them to "dream big dreams."
He closed by reiterating gratitude to constituents and colleagues and saying it had been a pleasure to serve. The remarks were largely ceremonial and did not include formal motions, votes or policy proposals.
