Elizabeth Terry Beyer
| Elizabeth Terry Beyer | |
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| Oregon House of Representatives District 12 | |
| Retired | |
| In office | |
| 2001-2013 | |
| Party | Democratic |
| Elections and appointments | |
| Last election | November 2, 2010 |
| First elected | 2000 |
| Term limits | N/A |
| Prior offices | |
| City Council, City of Springfield, | |
| 1993-1999 | |
| Personal | |
| Birthday | January 26, 1951 |
| Place of birth | Eugene, OR |
| Profession | Community Advocate |
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Personal
Elizabeth Terry Beyer was born January 26, 1951 in Eugene, Oregon and subsequently raised in Springfield, Oregon. She is currently married to Lee Beyer with three children.
Education
Elizabeth Terry Beyer attended Lane Community College.
Professional Experience
Elizabeth Terry Beyer has professional experience as a community advocate.
Political Experience
Elizabeth Terry Beyer worked as a legislative assistant for the Oregon State Legislature from 1991 to 2001. During that time, she joined the city council of the city of Springfield and served on it from 1993 to 1999. She also became a memeber of the Springfield Education Foundation from 1995 to 2000. In October 2001, Elizabeth Terry Beyer was appointed to the Oregon House of Representatives and in 2003 she joined as a representative and served in that position until her retirement in 2013.
Organizations
- Member, Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 2000-present
- Board Member, Springfield Education Foundation, 1995-2002
- Member, Springfield Library Board, 1995-1999
- Member, TransPlan Advisory Committee, 1995-1999
- Board Member, Convention and Visitors Association of Lane County, 1993-1999
- President, Hamlin Parent-Teacher Association, 1978-1994
- Board President, McKenzie River Preschool Cooperative, 1984-1985
- American Youth Soccer Association Head Coach
- Cub Scout Pack Leader
- Council Liaison, Springfield Arts Commission
- Council Liaison, Springfield Bicycle Commission
- Council Liaison, Springfield Planning Commission
- Member, Springfield Rotary.
Caucuses/Non-Legislative Committees
- Co-Chair, Special Joint Committee On Transportation
- Chair, Transportation Committee.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Beyer served on these committees:
- Transportation, Vice Chair
- Transportation and Economic Development Subcommittee, Co-Chair
- Ways and Means Committee, Oregon State Legislature
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Beyer served on these committees:
Elections
2012
Beyer did not run for re-election in 2012.
2010
Beyer won re-election to the 12th District Seat in 2010. She had no primary opposition but was challenged by Sean VanGordon in the general election which took place on November 2, 2010.[1]
| Oregon State House, District 12 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Terry Beyer (D)
|
10,170 | |||
| Sean VanGordon (R) | 7,727 | |||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Beyer won re-election to Oregon State House District 12.[2]
Beyer raised $88,497 for her campaign.[3]
| Oregon State House District 12 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Elizabeth Terry Beyer (D)
|
14,800 | |||
| VanGordon (R) | 7,554 | |||
| Misc. | 126 | |||
Campaign donors
2010
Beyer collected $68,724 in campaign donations in 2010. The largest donors to the campaign are listed below.[4]
| Oregon House of Representatives 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Elizabeth Terry Beyer's campaign in 2010 | |
| Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia Chapter | $6,000 |
| Portland General Electric | $3,000 |
| Friends Of Lee Beyer | $2,062 |
| Northwest Natural | $2,000 |
| Oregon Soft Drink Association | $2,000 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $68,724 |
2008
In 2008 Beyer collected $88,497 in donations.[5]
These were her largest contributors in 2008.
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| OREGON HOUSE DEMOCRATS | $5,006 |
| OREGON BEER & WINE DISTRIBUTORS ASSOCIATION | $4,500 |
| OREGON PUBLIC EMPLOYEES LOCAL 503 | $4,211 |
| OREGON EDUCATION ASSOCIATION | $4,211 |
External links
- Oregon House of Representative - Rep. Elizabeth Terry Beyer
- Project Vote Smart biographical profile
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002
- Oregon Votes
References
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by ' |
Oregon House of Representatives - District 12 2001–2013 |
Succeeded by John Lively (D) |
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