Linda Newell
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| Linda Newell | ||
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| Colorado State Senate, District 26 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2009 - Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 12, 2015 | ||
| Years in position | 3 | |
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $30,000 per year | |
| Per diem | $45/$99 per day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | 2008 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | 8 years | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | University of California, Irvine | |
| Personal | ||
| Profession | Business Consultant | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Campaign website | ||
Contents |
Newell earned her Certificate as a Senior Professional in Human Resources from Registered Organization Development Professionals. She then received her BA from the University of California, Irvine.
Newell is a Business Consultant in Human Resources/Corporate Education/Workforce Development.
Issues
Sponsored legislation
Newell's sponsored legislation includes:
- SB 10-191 - Quality Instruction Through Educator Effectiveness [1]
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Newell has been appointed to these committees:
- Health and Human Services Committee, Colorado State Senate, Vice Chair
- Judiciary Committee, Colorado State Senate
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Newell served on these committees:
- Health and Human Services Committee, Colorado Senate
- Judiciary Committee, Colorado Senate
- Local Government Committee, Colorado Senate
Elections
2012
- See also: Colorado State Senate elections, 2012
Newell is running for re-election in the 2012 election for Colorado State Senate District 26. She is running unopposed in the Democratic primary on June 26, 2012. The general election takes place on November 6, 2012. [2]
2008
On November 4, 2008, Newell was elected to the 26th District Seat in the Colorado State Senate, defeating opponent Lauri Clapp (R).[3]
Newell raised $60,609 for her campaign, while Clapp raised $49,692.[4]
| Colorado State Senate, District 26 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Linda Newell (D)
| 30,408 | |||
| Lauri Clapp (R) | 30,215 | |||
Campaign donors
2010 (Off-cycle)
| Colorado State Senate 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Linda Newell's campaign in 2010 | |
| Mcdivitt, Michael David | $1,200 |
| Colorado Association Of Realtors Small Donor Committee | $1,000 |
| American Federation Of State County & Municipal Employees | $1,000 |
| Chavez, Nolbert D | $500 |
| Romero, Gilbert E | $500 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $22,577 |
2008
In 2008, Newell collected $60,609 in donations.[5]
Her three largest contributors in 2008 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Jefferson County Education Association | $4,250 |
| Service Employees Local 105 | $3,000 |
| Littleton Fire Fighters Association Local 2086 | $2,900 |
Recent news
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Personal
Newell is single.
External links
- Linda Newell's campaign website
- Official Colorado State Senate website of Senator Linda Newell
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Linda Newell
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008
- Linda Newell on Facebook
- Linda Newell on LinkedIn
References
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| Preceded by ' | Colorado State Senate - District 26 2009–present | Succeeded by NA |
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