Jim Newberger

Jim Newberger
Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives
from the 15B district
Incumbent
Assumed office
January 8, 2013
Preceded by redrawn district
Personal details
Born March 6, 1964
Political party Republican Party of Minnesota
Spouse(s) Michele
Children 3
Residence Becker, Minnesota
Alma mater St. Cloud State University (B.A.)
Occupation paramedic, legislator
Religion Christian and Missionary Alliance

James "Jim" Newberger (born March 6, 1964) is a Minnesota politician and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Republican Party of Minnesota, he represents District 15B in central Minnesota.

Education

Newberger attended St. Cloud State University, graduating with a B.A. in political science and mass communications.[1]

Minnesota House of Representatives

Newberger was first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2012. In April, 2015 Newberger drew much criticism for statements made on the Minnesota State House Floor linking North Minneapolis to the St. Cloud Prison. "Right on the edge of St. Cloud, maybe a half a mile, a quarter-mile, from the rail tracks is the St. Cloud state prison. Boy, would't that be convenient, to have that rail line going from that prison to North Minneapolis..." This drew boos from other members of the house. Governor Mark Dayton later called for house leadership to punish Newberger. "I think he should be reprimanded, if not censured by his leadership" Dayton said.

Personal life

Newberger is married to his wife, Michele. They have three daughters and reside in Becker, Minnesota.[2]

References

  1. ↑ "Newberger, Jim". Legislators Past & Present. Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved April 3, 2013.
  2. ↑ "About the Candidate". Jim Newberger for Minnesota House District 15B. Jim Newberger for HD15B. Retrieved April 3, 2013.

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