Charlie Janssen
| Charlie Janssen | ||
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| Current candidacy | ||
| Running for Governor of Nebraska | ||
| General election | November 4, 2014 | |
| Current office | ||
| Nebraska State Senate District 15 | ||
| In office | ||
| 2009 - present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 4, 2017 | ||
| Years in position | 4 | |
| Party | Non-partisan | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $12,000/year | |
| Per diem | $123/day for those living 50+ miles from capitol, otherwise $46/day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 6, 2012 | |
| First elected | 2008 | |
| Next election | November 8, 2016 | |
| Term limits | 2 terms (8 years) | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | Wayne State College | |
| Military service | ||
| Service/branch | United States Navy | |
| Years of service | 1989-1993 | |
| Personal | ||
| Place of birth | Fremont, NE | |
| Profession | Owner, RTG Medical | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Campaign website | ||
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Janssen is running for Governor of Nebraska in the 2014 elections. He confirmed his bid for the Republican gubernatorial nomination on February 19, 2013.[1]
Janssen is the Chairman and CEO of RTG Medical. He is also a former Rescue Swimmer in the United States Navy. Janssen earned his bachelor'ss degree from Wayne State College.[2]
Janssen is currently involved with several organizations, American Legion Post 20, Fremont Area Chamber of Commerce, Fremont Area Medical Center Foundation, Fremont Area United Way, Fremont Masonic Lodge, Fremont National Bank, Fremont Veterans Club Fremont Veterans Honor Guard Unit, Greater Fremont Development, Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District, Northeast Nebraska Housing Board, Scottish Rite, Tangier Shriners, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Committee assignments
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Janssen served on the following committees:
| Nebraska Committee Assignments, 2013 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Revenue | ||||
| • Transportation and Telecommunications | ||||
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Janssen served on these committees:
| Nebraska Committee Assignments, 2011 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Government, Military and Veterans Affairs | ||||
| • Transportation and Telecommunications | ||||
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Janssen served on these committees:
| Nebraska Committee Assignments, 2009 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Government, Military and Veterans Affairs | ||||
| • Transportation and Telecommunications | ||||
Elections
2014
- See also: Nebraska gubernatorial election, 2014
Janssen is running for Governor of Nebraska in 2014.[1] Incumbent Gov. Dave Heineman is barred by term limits from seeking re-election, leaving the seat open.[3][4] [5] Although he is a member of the non-partisan of the Nebraska Legislature, Janssen is running for governor on the Republican ticket.
2012
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2012
Janssen won re-election in the 2012 election for Nebraska State Senate District 15. Janssen was unopposed in the May 15 primary election and defeated Mike Petersen in the general election which took place on November 6, 2012.[6][7]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 15, General Election, 2012 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Nonpartisan |  Charlie Janssen Incumbent |
66.8% | 9,358 | |
| Nonpartisan | Mike Petersen | 33.2% | 4,654 | |
| Total Votes | 14,012 | |||
| Nebraska State Senate District 15 Nonpartisan Primary Nonpartisan Primary, 2012 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
|
Charlie Janssen Incumbent |
65.5% | 4,345 |
| Mike Petersen |
34.5% | 2,287 |
| Total Votes | 6,632 | |
2008
On November 4, 2008, Janssen won election to the 15th District Seat in the Nebraska Senate, defeating Richard Register.[8]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 155 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Charlie Janssen
|
8,351 | |||
| Richard Register | 6,350 | |||
Campaign donors
2012
Campaign donor information is not yet available for this year.
2008
In 2008, Janssen collected $87,864 in donations.[9]
His five largest contributors in 2008 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Nebraska Bankers Association | $5,100 |
| Charlie Janssen | $5,000 |
| Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry | $3,400 |
| Charles Janssen | $3,000 |
| Nebraska PAC | $3,000 |
Immigration legislation
In June 2010, a controversial piece of immigration legislation found arrived on the Judiciary Committee's desk. The ordinance passed.
Nebraska Watchdog reported that Janssen continues to consider statewide legislation similar to the landmark anti-illegal immigration law in Arizona. Janssen says, ”The road ahead will not be easy. Outside interests and influences will be there at every turn, playing upon the fears of citizens.”[10]
Contact information
Sen. Charlie Janssen
District 15
Room 1403
P.O. Box 94604
State Capitol
Lincoln, NE 68509
Phone: (402) 471-2625
Email: cjanssen@leg.ne.gov
Personal
Janssen has two children.
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External links
- Official campaign website
- Charlie Janssen's official Nebraska State legislature website
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign contributions: 2012, 2010, 2008
- Charlie Janssen on Facebook
- Charlie Janssen on Twitter
- Charlie Janssen on LinkedIn
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 National Review Online, "Charlie Janssen to run for Nebraska governor, February 19, 2013
- ↑ Official unicameral bio
- ↑ World Herald-Bureau, "Mike Flood launches bid for governor's office in 2014," November 13, 2012
- ↑ Nebraska Watchdog, "Janssen 'seriously considering' run for governor," December 13, 2012
- ↑ The Associated Press - Omaha.com, "AP: Janssen to decide on gubernatorial bid by February," January 26, 2013
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State - 2012 Candidate List for the Primary Election
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Official Report of The Board of State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska - Primary Election, May 15, 2012," accessed 29 June 2012
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State - 2008 General Election Results
- ↑ 2008 contributions to Charlie Jassen
- ↑ "Fremont’s Illegal Immigration Fight: Half Right?" Nebraska Watchdog, June 30, 2010
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