About Jim.
A Husband, Father, and Grandfather that Cares.
Jim Abeler is a lifelong resident of the Anoka area, where he and his wife, Barb, have built their family and raised six sons over 45 years of marriage. A 1972 valedictorian of Anoka High School, Jim went on to study biology and chemistry at Hamline University and the University of Minnesota. Since 1979, he has owned and operated a family chiropractic practice in Anoka, becoming a small business owner and employer for more than 47 years. His commitment to serving others extends beyond his profession through active Christian service and a lifelong dedication to his community.
25 Years of Real Experience
Jim has spent more than 25 years serving the people of Minnesota, including 16 years in the Minnesota House of Representatives and 11 years in the Minnesota Senate. Throughout his career, he has championed education, veterans, law enforcement, firefighters, and the communities of District 11. He founded PACT Charter School, helped prevent the closure of Anoka Technical College, secured a third lane on Highway 10 in Coon Rapids, and founded Haven4Heroes to serve veterans. Jim remains committed to making District 11 a great place to live, work, raise a family, and build a future.
A Note to You, from Jim
Dear Friend & Neighbor,
It is my honor to serve you in the Minnesota Senate. Every day, I do my best to represent all 83,000 people who call our district of Anoka, Coon Rapids, and SE Andover home. Having visited nearly every home in our community and listened to your concerns and ideas, I’m reminded how important it is to put Minnesotans first in every decision we make. Many residents are wishing for more bipartisan cooper ation in solving problems. I always aim to bridge divides and find common ground, as listening to all is key to accomplishing the work Minnesotans sent us to the Capitol to do. This is how government should work, drawing the best ideas from all parties and making our cities and state a great place to call home. I believe Minnesota’s best ideas happen when we listen to each other and work as a team. By setting politics aside and working together, we can focus on what truly matters. We need to strengthen our families, help Minnesotans with the high cost of living, and tackle the challenges in education and health care. The government must be held accountable for eliminating waste, fraud, and the abuse of state tax dollars. Your input is valuable. Please reach out with your thoughts and ideas, or if you ever need assistance. Together, we can make a difference.
Warmly,
Senator Jim Abeler