Mike Carrell

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Mike Carrell
Washington State Senate District 28
Incumbent
Assumed office 2004
Current term ends 2013
Political party	Republican
Profession	Teacher
Website	Senate website

Mike Carrell is a Washington state senator, currently serving the 28th district. Sen. Carrell served in the Washington House of Representatives for 10 years before his appointment to the Senate in 2004. He was elected in 2006 and again in 2008, and his term expires in January 2013.^[1] He is a member of the Republican leadership, serving as the Deputy Republican Leader.

Education

Carrell earned his BA in Education from Pacific Lutheran University. He went on to do his Post-Graduate Work in Science.

Professional experience

Carrell has worked as a science instructor for Pierce College. He has also worked as a teacher for Keithley Middle School, Gates Alternative High School, and Frankiln Pierce High School.

Political experience

Carrell served in the Washington State House of Representatives from 1995 to 2004. He was then appointed to the Washington State Senate in July of 2004. He has served as a senator since then. He is currently Republican Deputy Leader in the senate.

Committee membership

• Human Services & Corrections Committee, Washington State Senate
• Judiciary Committee, Washington State Senate
• Ways and Means Committee, Washington State Senate

Personal life

Carrell and his wife, Charlotte Ann, live in Lakewood, and have three sons and five grandchildren.

External links

• Official Washington State Senate website
• Project Vote Smart profile
• Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1998, 1996, 1994, 1992
• 28th district map

References

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