Brad King (politician)
| Brad King | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Utah House of Representatives from the 69th district | |
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In office 1997–2008 | |
| Succeeded by | Christine Watkins |
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In office 2014 – Current | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 12, 1956 |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Spouse(s) | Tami |
| Residence | Price, Utah |
| Alma mater | Brigham Young University |
| Occupation | educator |
Brad King (born February 12, 1956) is a Democratic member of the Utah State House of Representatives, representing the state's 69th house district in Price from 1997 to 2008. He served as the Minority Leader in the Utah House during 2008. He left his seat to run for State Senate in 2008, a race which he lost to David Hinkins. He then ran again for reelection in 2014.
Personal Information
Representative King was known for his defense of public education and his dedication to the improvement of safety on Highway 6. He grew up in Price, Utah where he currently resides.
Brad King was born on February 12, 1956. He is married to his wife Tami.[1]
Education and Professional Experience
Brad King received his education from the following institutions:
- Attending, EdD, University of Nevada Las Vegas
- MS, Brigham Young University
- BS, Brigham Young University
- AS, College of Eastern Utah[1]
Brad King has been an educator but is currently retired.[1]
Political experience and Elections
Brad King has had the following political experience:
- Candidate, Utah State Senate, District 27, 2008
- Minority Whip, Utah State House of Representatives, 2007
- Minority Leader, Utah State House of Representatives, 2008
- Representative, Utah State House of Representatives, 1996-2008[1]
Elections
- 2014 - Brad King was unpossed in the Democratic convention and won the general election on November 4, 2014 with 5,298 votes (55.6%) against Republican nominee Bill Labrum.[2]
In the 2016 legislative session, King served on the Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee, House Business and Labor Committee, House Rules Committee and the House Transportation Committee.[3]
Organizations
Brad King has been a member of the following organizations:
- Honorary Colonel, Utah Highway Patrol, present
- Past President, Utah Professionals in Student Activities
- Past President, Utah School Counselors Association
- Utah Public Employees' Association[1]
2016 Sponsored Legislation
| Bill Number | Bill Title | Status |
|---|---|---|
| HB0278 | Candidate Financial Disclosure Amendments | House/ filed - 3/10/2016 |
King floor sponsored SB 69 Children's Heart Disease Special Group License Plates and SB 195 Highway Bridge Designation Amendments.[4]
See also
- List of Utah State Legislatures
- Utah Democratic Party
- Utah Republican Party
- Utah House of Representatives
External links
- Utah House of Representatives - Brad King official UT House profile
- Project Vote Smart - Brad King profile
- Follow the Money - Brad King
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Brad King's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 19 October 2012.
- ↑ "2014 Election results". Ballotpedia. Retrieved April 12, 2016.
- ↑ "2016 Committee Assignments". Utah House of Representatives. Retrieved April 12, 2016.
- ↑ "2016 Legislation". Utah State Legislature. Retrieved April 12, 2016.