Butch Gautreaux

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Butch Gautreaux
Louisiana State Senate District 21
Incumbent
Assumed office 2000
Current term ends 2012
Political party	Democratic
Profession	Business Owner
Website	Senate website

D.A. Gautreaux (b. December 12, 1947) is a Democratic member of the Louisiana Senate, representing District 21.

Education

Gautreaux attended Nicholls State University.

Professional experience

Gautreaux served in the United States Navy from 1968 to 1972. He then worked in tire sales from 1972 to 1976. From 1996 to 2000 he was Vice President of Marketing for Marsianin, Limited Liability Company Industrial Contractors. He is currently owner of a retail home appliance and electronics store.

Political experience

Gautreaux served in the Louisiana State House of Representatives from 1996 to 2000. He joined the Louisiana State Senate in 2000. He has served in that position since, representing the 21st district.

Committee membership

• Judiciary B Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Retirement Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Revenue & Fiscal Affairs Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Transportation, Highways & Public Works Committee, Louisiana Senate

Personal life

Gautreaux has a wife, Marilyn Mire.

External links

• Official Louisiana State Senate website
• Project Vote Smart biography
• Campaign Contributions: 2009, 2007, 2005, 2003, 1999

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