Heather Edelson

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Heather Edelson
Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives
from the 49A district
Assumed office
January 8, 2019
Preceded byDario Anselmo
Personal details
Born (1981-04-04) April 4, 1981 (age 40)
Political partyDemocratic–Farmer–Labor
Spouse(s)Brett
Children3
ResidenceEdina, Minnesota
Alma materUniversity 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[]

  1. ^ a b "Edelson, Heather". Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved November 9, 2018.
  2. ^ Hankey, Matthew (August 30, 2017). "Edelson announces campaign for MN House of Representatives". Sun Current. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 9, 2018.
  3. ^ Wig, Andrew (October 11, 2018). "Voters Guide: House District 49A". Sun Current. Adams Publishing Group. Retrieved November 9, 2018.

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