John Nelson, Arizona Senator
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| John Nelson | |
| Arizona State Senate District 12 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2008 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Civil Engineer |
| Website | Senate website |
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John Nelson (b. January 12, 1936) has been a Republican member of the Arizona Senate since 2008. He represents the 12th district.
Education
Nelson earned his BS in Civil Engineering from the Indiana Institute of Technology in 1962. He went on to receive his MPA in Public Administration from Arizona State University in 1975.
Professional experience
Nelson is a registered professional engineer in Arizona and California as well as a registered land surveyor in Arizona. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957 and attained the rank of Corporal. In 1962, he worked as a civil engineer and supervisor for Tyson Engineering Service. Nelson was employed as a civil engineer by the City of Phoenix from 1965 to 1972. He then worked as a civil engineer for as well as presiden of Coe and Van Loo Consultants Incorporated and worked there until 2000.
Political experience
Nelson's political career began with being elected as vice mayor and subsequently mayor of the City of Phoenix. He was also a member of the Cartwright School Board in 1997. From the years of 1983 to 2000, he served as a city council member for the City of Phoenix. He then became a representative in the Arizona State House of Representatives in 2001. He served in that position until 2008 when he was elected as a senator. He currently represents the 12th district on the Arizona State Senate.
Committee membership
- Healthcare and Medical Liability Reform Committee, Arizona Senate
- Natural Resources, Infrastructure and Public Debt Committee, Arizona Senate Chairperson
- Veterans and Military Affairs Committee, Arizona Senate Vice Chairperson
Sponsored Legislation
See John Nelson's official website for a list of sponsored legislation.
Personal life
John and his wife Monica have three children.
Contact Information
Senator John Nelson
1700 W. Washington
Room 305
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone Number: (602) 926-5872
Fax Number: (602) 417-3112
External links
- Official Arizona State Senate website of Senator John Nelson
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator John Nelson
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2004 2002 2000
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