Charlie Conrad

Charlie Conrad is an American Independent politician currently serving the 12th district on the Oregon House of Representatives. He won the seat in the 2022 election against Michelle Emmons. Formerly a member of the Republican party, he changed his party registration in June 2024.

Career
Conrad served on the Springfield Police Department as a police officer and detective. He then became a research coordinator for the League of Oregon Cities. He then worked at Parks and Lane Events Center in Lane County.

Oregon legislature
Conrad serves on three committees: Behavioral Health and Health Care, Emergency Management General Government and Veterans, and Judiciary.

In 2023 Conrad was the only Republican in the Oregon Legislature to vote for a bill expanding access to abortion and gender affirming care.

In June 2024, after losing renomination in the Republican primary election, Conrad changed his party registration to the Independent Party of Oregon.

Personal life
Born in Corvallis, Oregon, Conrad resides in Dexter, Oregon.