Jim Roers

James P. "Jim" Roers (born April 1952)^[1] is an American politician and businessman who was a member of the North Dakota Senate from the 46th district. He assumed office on December 1, 2016.

Jim Roers
Member of the North Dakota Senate from the 46th district
In office December 1, 2016 – December 1, 2024
Preceded by	George B. Sinner
Succeeded by	Michelle Powers
In office April 2012 – December 1, 2012
Preceded by	Tom Fischer
Succeeded by	George B. Sinner
Personal details
Born	James Roers Alexandria, Minnesota, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse(s)	Debby Roers, Sandra Roers
Children	4, including Shannon Roers Jones
Education	North Dakota State University (BS)

Early life and education

Roers was born in Alexandria, Minnesota and raised in Fargo, North Dakota. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture from North Dakota State University.^[2][3]

Career

Roers is the president of Roers Development, a property development company. He was appointed to the North Dakota Senate in April 2012, succeeding Tom Fischer, and served until December 2012. He was elected to the Senate in November 2016.^[4] Roers has also served as vice chair of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.^[5]

Personal life

Roers and his first wife, Debby, have four children, including Shannon Roers Jones.^[6] Shane, Stacy, and Stephanie. After divorcing in 1995, Roers married Sandra Lorenz in 1998 and they were married until 2024.