Mike Nelson (Minnesota politician)
Mike Nelson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 40A district 46A (2003–2013) | |
| Assumed office January 7, 2003 | |
| Preceded by | redrawn district |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 2, 1954 Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| Political party | Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party |
| Spouse | Kathleen |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence | Brooklyn Park, Minnesota |
| Alma mater | Hennepin Technical College |
| Occupation | business agent, carpenter, legislator |
Michael V. "Mike" Nelson (born June 2, 1954) is a Minnesota politician and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), he represents District 40A, which includes Hennepin County in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. He is a carpenter by profession.[1]
Early life, education, and career
Nelson attended Hennepin Technical College in Brooklyn Park for Carpentry in 1974. In addition to his work as a carpenter, he is a trades business agent for the Lakes and Plains Regional Council of Carpenters and Joiners.[1][2]
Minnesota House of Representatives
Nelson was first elected in 2002 and has been re-elected every two years since then.
References
- ^ a b "Minnesota Legislators Past & Present - Legislator Record - Nelson, Michael V". Leg.state.mn.us. Retrieved 2010-07-20.
- ^ "Project Vote Smart - Representative Michael V. 'Mike' Nelson - Biography". Votesmart.org. Retrieved 2010-07-20.