Biography
Representative Brad Banderman, a Republican, represents part of Franklin County (District 119) in the Missouri House of Representatives. He was elected to his first two-year term in November 2022.
In addition to his legislative duties, Banderman has worked as student pastor for Bethel Baptist Church in Lonedell. Prior to being elected, Banderman also served as a substitute teacher and bus driver for the St. Clair R-XIII School District. Additionally, Banderman serves as the assistant chaplain for the St. Clair Police Department.
A 1995 graduate of Union R-XI High School, Banderman received his bachelor’s degree in Religion with an emphasis in youth education from Missouri Baptist College in 1998.
Banderman was born in Festus and has spent most of his life in the St. Clair/Union area. He currently resides in St. Clair with his wife. They have two children.
State representatives serve in their state's lower legislative chamber. Responsibilities include drafting and voting on state laws, representing their district's interests in the state capitol, serving on state committees, and shaping the state budget. State legislation covers areas like education, healthcare, transportation, criminal justice, and local taxation that directly affect residents' daily lives.