Heather Edelson
Heather Edelson | |
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Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 49A district | |
Assumed office January 8, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Dario Anselmo |
Personal details | |
Born | April 4, 1981 |
Political party | Democratic–Farmer–Labor |
Spouse(s) | Brett |
Children | 3 |
Residence | Edina, Minnesota |
Alma mater | University of Minnesota |
Heather Edelson (born April 4, 1981)[1] is an American politician and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), she represents District 49A in the western Twin Cities metropolitan area.
Early life, education, and career[]
Edelson was raised in north Minneapolis and attended Columbia Heights Public Schools.[2] She attended the University of Minnesota, graduating with a Master of Social Work.
Edelson has worked as a mental health therapist.[3]
Minnesota House of Representatives[]
Edelson was first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2018, defeating Republican incumbent Dario Anselmo.
Personal life[]
Edelson was raised agnostic but converted to Judaism. She is married to her husband, Brett, the CEO for UnitedHealthcare of MN, ND & SD. They have three children and reside in Edina, Minnesota.[1]
References[]
- ^ a b "Edelson, Heather". Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved November 9, 2018.
- ^ Hankey, Matthew (August 30, 2017). "Edelson announces campaign for MN House of Representatives". Sun Current. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 9, 2018.
- ^ Wig, Andrew (October 11, 2018). "Voters Guide: House District 49A". Sun Current. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 9, 2018.
External links[]
- 1981 births
- Living people
- Members of the Minnesota House of Representatives
- Minnesota Democrats
- 21st-century American politicians
- 21st-century American women politicians
- Women state legislators in Minnesota