Craig commenced her first term as one of the first female legislators in North Dakota.
On January 9, 1923, Minnie D. Craig took office in the North Dakota House of Representatives, marking the start of her long and impactful legislative career. As one of the early female entrants into state politics just a few years after women won the right to vote, Craig's election represented a significant shift in the political landscape, highlighting the changing roles of women in governance during the 20th century.