Bill Abernathy
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| Bill Abernathy | |
| Arkansas House of Representatives District 22 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2008 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Democrat |
| Profession | College President (retired) |
| Website | House site |
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Bill Abernathy is a Democratic member of the Arkansas House of Representatives, representing the 22nd District since 2008.
Abernathy previously served as President of Rich Mountain Community College, and is a member of the College Board.[1]
Issue positions
Abernathy did not provide answers to the Arkansas State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected.[2]
Committee membership
- Joint Budget Committee, Arkansas Assembly
- Education Committee, Arkansas House (Chair)
- Insurance and Commerce Committee, Arkansas House
- Joint Performance Review Committee, Arkansas Assembly
- Subcommittee on Personnel
- Subcommittee on Utilities (Vice Chair)
Sponsored legislation
Abernathy's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 1006 - "TO PROVIDE FOR A CONSISTENT RATE OF INCREASE TO THE SALARIES OF CLASSIFIED SCHOOL PERSONNEL."
- HB 1015 - "AN ACT CONCERNING REGISTRATION OF ARSONISTS."
- HB 1250 - "TO REQUIRE A REVIEW OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EDUCATIONAL ADEQUACY BEFORE EACH FISCAL SESSION."
For a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Major donors
Below are Abernathy's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[3]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| Rural Arkansas Telecommunication | $2,000 |
| Arkansas Health Care Assoc | $2,000 |
| Stephens Group | $2,000 |
| Entergy | $1,500 |
| Arkansas Electric Cooperatives | $1,483 |
External links
- Arkansas House of Representatives - Rep. Bill Abernathy
- Project Vote Smart profile
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004
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