Luann Ridgeway
| Luann Ridgeway | ||
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| Missouri State Senate District 17 | ||
| Former member | ||
| In office | ||
| 2005 - 2013 | ||
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $35,915/year | |
| Per diem | $98.40/day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | 2008 | |
| First elected | 2004 | |
| Term limits | 2 four-year terms | |
| Prior offices | ||
| Missouri State House of Representatives | ||
| 1993-2003 | ||
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | William Woods and Westminster College, 1978 | |
| J.D. | University of Missouri, Kansas City, 1981 | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | May 19, 1956 | |
| Place of birth | Moberly, MO | |
| Profession | Attorney | |
| Religion | Baptist | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Campaign website | ||
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Ridgeway earned her BA in History/Political Science from William Woods and Westminster College in 1978. She then received her JD from the University of Missouri, Kansas City, in 1981.
Ridgeway was an attorney for Landmark Legal Foundation from 1981 to 1986. She was also an Associate for Wilkins and Millin from 1986 to 1987. She has been an attorney for Ridgeway Law Office since 1987.
Ridgeway served in the Missouri State House of Representatives from 1992 to 2000. From 1995 to 1999 she was House Assistant Minority Whip.
Ridgeway has a husband, Richard.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Ridgeway served on these committees:
- Joint Committee on Administrative Rules
- Joint Committee on MO Health Net
- Financial and Government Organizations and Elections
- General Laws
- Health, Mental Health, Seniors and Families, Chair
- Jobs, Economic Development and Local Government
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Ridgeway served on these committees:
- Administration
- Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy and the Environment
- Financial and Governmental Organizations and Elections
- Jobs, Economic Development and Local Government
- Small Business, Insurance and Industry
Elections
2008
On November 4, 2008, Ridgway won re-election to the 17th District Seat in the Missouri State Senate, defeating Sandra Aust (D).[1]
| Missouri State Senate, District 17 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 Luann Ridgeway (R)
|
50,451 | 53.1% | ||
| Sandra Aust (D) | 44,578 | 46.9% | ||
2004
On November 2, 2004, Ridgeway won election to the 17th District Seat in the Missouri State Senate, defeating Philip Willoughby (D).[2]
| Missouri State Senate, District 17 (2004) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Luann Ridgeway (R)
|
44,179 | 52.8% | ||
| Philip Willoughby (D) | 39,443 | 47.2% | ||
Campaign donors
2008
In 2008, a year in which Ridgeway was up for re-election to Senate District 17, she collected $655,434 in donations.[3]
Her four largest contributors in 2008 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Missouri Senate Republicans | $67,500 |
| Missourians for Robert Mayer | $30,000 |
| Public Charter Schools for Missouri East | $25,675 |
| 3rd Republican Senatorial District Committee | $17,038 |
2004
In 2004, a year in which Ridgeway was up for election to Senate District 17, she collected $276,894 in donations.[3]
Her four largest contributors in 2004 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ridgeway, Luann & Richard | $20,000 |
| 34th Republican Senatorial District Cmte | $8,925 |
| 35th Republican Legislative District Cmte | $6,000 |
| Missouri Bankers Association | $4,775 |
2000
In 2000, a year in which Ridgeway was up for re-election to House District 35, she collected $21,260 in donations.[3]
Her four largest contributors in 2000 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys | $1,050 |
| Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway | $550 |
| Missouri State Chiropractic Association | $550 |
| Missouri Association of Realtors | $550 |
1998
In 1998, a year in which Ridgeway was up for re-election to House District 35, she collected $33,556 in donations.[3]
Her four largest contributors in 1998 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys | $2,100 |
| Missouri Bankers Association | $1,450 |
| Anheuser-Busch | $1,150 |
| Missouri State Medical Association | $550 |
1996
In 1996, a year in which Ridgeway was up for election to House District 35, she collected $655,434 in donations.[3]
Her four largest contributors in 1996 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys | $2,000 |
| Anheuser-Busch | $700 |
| Dorsch, John & Vicki | $500 |
| American Family Insurance | $500 |
Recent news
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- EDITORIAL: Bipartisan action aids Ford, state - Lake Expo
- Ask the Expert: Campaign finance reports - The Missouri Times
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External links
- Luann Ridgeway's official campaign website
- Luann Ridgeway's official Missouri Senate member page
- Project Vote Smart biographical profile
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008, 2006, 2004, 2000, 1998, 1996
- State Surge legislative profile
References
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| Preceded by - |
Missouri State Senate District 17 2005–2013 |
Succeeded by Ryan Silvey (R) |
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