Don Barrington
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| Don Barrington | |
| Oklahoma Senate District 31 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2004 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Retired |
| Website | Official website |
Don Barrington is a Republican member of the Oklahoma Senate, representing the 31st District. Barrington joined the senate in 2004.
Barrington received an A.A. degree in Engineering Technology from Oklahoma State University in 1993. He served in the United States Army from 1966-1969. Following his military career Barrington served as a Firefighter (1969-1996) and then as a Fire Chief (1996-2002) in the City of Lawton. He is currently retired.
Committee assignments
- Agriculture and Rural Development
- Public Safety and Judiciary (Appropriations) Subcommittee
- Public Safety and Homeland Security, Chair
- Tourism and Wildlife
- Veterans and Military Affairs, Vice Chair
District 31
Barrington represents Oklahoma Senate District 31. Senate District 31 includes Lawton.
Major donors
Below are Barrington's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma | $5,500 |
| Oklahoma Public Employees Association | $5,000 |
| Republican Senate Victory PAC | $5,000 |
| Donald E. & Tiffany D. Smith | $5,000 |
| Walt H. & Peggy Helmerich III | $5,000 |
Personal
Barrington was born September 7, 1947 in Pryor, Oklahoma. He is married to Jennifer and has two children: Alicia and Jaron. They currently reside in Lawton, Oklahoma.
External links
- Oklahoma Senate biography
- Project Vote Smart profile
- Campaign contributions:2004, 2006, 2008
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