Liz Conmy, North Dakota State Representative, Dies in Minnesota Plane Crash
Liz Conmy, a Democratic member of the North Dakota House of Representatives representing the 11th District, died on April 25, 2026, in a plane crash near Crystal Airport in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. The crash, which occurred shortly after takeoff, also claimed the life of the pilot. Conmy was 67–68 years old at the time of her death.
According to multiple verified sources, including her official Wikipedia entry and contemporaneous news reports, Conmy served in the North Dakota House from December 1, 2022, until her passing. She was first elected in 2022 and was seeking re-election to a second term at the time of her death. She served alongside fellow representative Gretchen Dobervich and was a member of the Democratic–NPL party.
Details of the Plane Crash
The aircraft involved was a Beech F33A that crashed in a park near Crystal Airport just before noon on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Brooklyn Park Police received the initial crash report at 11:51 a.m. The plane caught fire upon impact. Authorities, including the Federal Aviation Administration, the National Transportation Safety Board, and the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office, responded to the scene to assist with the investigation.
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong confirmed Conmy’s death and offered condolences, stating, “Liz served her state and community with care and compassion, from her service in the Legislature and on the state’s Human Trafficking Commission to her work on education, habitat and immigration.” House Minority Leader Zac Ista also expressed grief, saying he was “completely devastated” by the loss and praised Conmy for her dedication to public education, environmental protection, and governmental transparency.
Legislative Service and Personal Background
Conmy represented North Dakota’s 11th District, which includes central Fargo. She was known for her deep connections to both urban and rural communities, often working her family farm in Langdon, North Dakota, which informed her legislative perspective on agricultural and fuel cost issues. Senator Tim Mathern, her colleague in the 11th District, highlighted her ability to bridge partisan divides and her firsthand understanding of farmers’ concerns.
Conmy held a Bachelor of Arts from North Dakota State University and a Master of Arts from the University of St. Thomas. She was a mother of four children. Her legislative work included advocacy on education, environmental policy, immigration, and human trafficking prevention.
Tributes and Legacy
Following her death, tributes poured in from across the political spectrum. Governor Armstrong directed that U.S. And North Dakota flags be flown at half-staff on the day of Conmy’s interment. Colleagues remembered her for her “zest for life,” direct communication style, and commitment to serving all North Dakotans regardless of political affiliation.
Her passing marked the end of a tenure defined by bipartisan collaboration and a steadfast commitment to representing both the urban and rural interests of her district. As of the date of this article, no further details regarding memorial services or legislative succession had been publicly released.