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Credell Calhoun
| Credell Calhoun | ||
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| Mississippi House of Representatives District 68 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2004 - Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 3, 2016 | ||
| Years in position | 9 | |
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $10,000/year | |
| Per diem | $109/day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 8, 2011 | |
| First elected | 2003 | |
| Next election | November 3, 2015 | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Prior offices | ||
| House of Representatives | ||
| 1980-1992 | ||
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | Prairie View Agriculture & Medicine University | |
| Master's | Prairie View Agriculture & Medicine University | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | May 20, 1943 | |
| Profession | Businessman | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Calhoun is a businessman. He earned his MA and BA from Prairie View Agriculture & Medicine University.
Calhoun is a member of the American Association of Retired Persons, Jayne Aire Community Association, and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.[1]
Committee assignments
2012-2013
During the 2012-2013 legislative session, Calhoun served on the following committees:
- Education
- Insurance
- Management
- Military Affairs, Vice-Chair
- Ways and Means
2010-2011
During the 2010-2011 legislative session, Calhoun was appointed to the following committees:
- Military Affairs (Chair)
- Apportionment and Elections
- County Affairs
- Enrolled Bills
- Insurance
- Management
- Universities and Colleges
- Ways and Means
Elections
2011
On November 8, 2011, Calhoun won re-election to District 68 of the Mississippi House of Representatives. He ran unopposed in the August 2 primary and was unchallenged the November 8 general election. [2]
2007
On November 6, 2007 Calhoun was re-elected in District 68, running unopposed.[3]
| Mississippi House of Representatives, District 68 (2007) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Credell Calhoun (D) | 3,507 | 100.00% | ||
Campaign donors
2011
In 2011, Calhoun received $3,050 in campaign donations. The top contributors are listed below.[4]
| Mississippi House of Representatives 2011 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Credell Calhoun's campaign in 2011 | |
| State Farm | $500 |
| Moore Auto Sales | $500 |
| Anheuser Bush Co | $500 |
| W B Consolidated | $300 |
| Total Raised in 2011 | $3,050 |
| Total Votes received in 2011 | 4,228 |
| Cost of each vote received | $0.72 |
2007
In 2007, Calhoun collected $2,950 in donations.[5]
Listed below are the largest contributors to his campaign.
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tri-Miss Service | $500 |
| Mel Luna Saw Co. | $400 |
| Ameristar Casinos | $350 |
Contact Information
Capitol Address:
Post Office Box 1018
Jackson, MS 39215
District Address:
Post Office Box 3406
Jackson, MS 39207
Phone: 601-948-1217 601-948-1217 (Business)
Phone: 601-949-7561 (Home)
Capitol Email:
ccalhoun@house.ms.gov
External links
- Mississippi House Member Page
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign contributions: 2009, 2007, 2005, 2003
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Succeeded by NA |
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