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Paige Kreegel
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| Paige Kreegel | ||
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| Florida House Of Representatives District 72 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2004 - Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| November 16, 2012 | ||
| Years in position | 8 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $29,697/year | |
| Per diem | $133/per day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | 2004 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | 4 terms (8 years) | |
| Education | ||
| M.D. | New York Medical College (1982) | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | August 20, 1958 | |
| Place of birth | Miami, Florida | |
| Profession | Medical Doctor | |
| Religion | Catholic | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
Contents |
Kreegel is a medical doctor, and has previously served as an associate professor at the University of South Florida, founded American-Medic, was a Special Deputy in the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, and a Physician with the Special Weapons And Tactics Team of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office.
He is a member of the American Medical Association, Charlotte County Cattlemen's Association, Charlotte Medical Association, Florida Medical Association, Gulf Coast Citrus Growers Association, and Saint Charles Catholic Church. [1]
Issues
Kreegel did not provide answers to the Florida State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected.[2]
Sponsored legislation
Kreegel's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 205 - "Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Pilot Programs: Authorizes each judicial circuit to establish mortgage foreclosure diversion pilot program"
- HB 969 - "Unemployment Compensation Drug Testing: Creates Drug Deterrence Program within AWI; provides scope of eligibility for benefits; provides for selection of individuals to be tested"
- HB 7133 - "Alternative Energy and Energy Efficiency: Provides that specified biofuel, bioenergy, & renewable energy activities constitute valid industrial, agricultural, or silvicultural use"
For details and a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Kreegel has been appointed to these committees:
- Appropriations, Vice Chair
- Health & Human Services
- State Affairs
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Kreegel served on these committees:
- Agriculture & Natural Resources Policy Committee
- Criminal & Civil Justice Appropriations Committee
- Governmental Affairs Policy Committee
- Health Care Services Policy Committee (Chair)
- Health & Family Services Policy Council
- Select Policy Council on Strategic and Economic Planning
Elections
2012
- See also: Redistricting in Florida
Kreegel has announced an intent to for the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012. He plans to run in one of the newly-created districts from redistricting.[3]
2010
Kreegel ran for re-election to the 72nd District seat in 2010. He did not have any opposition in the August 24 primary or in the general election, which took place on November 2, 2010.[4]
2008
On November 4, 2008, Kreegel won re-election to the Florida House of Representatives from Florida's 72nd District, defeating Judy Juliano (D). Kreegel received 36,071 votes in the election while Juliano received 25,483 votes.[5] Kreegel raised $252,225 for her campaign; Juliano raised $40,849.[6]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 72 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 Paige Kreegel (R)
| 36,071 | 58.6% | ||
| Judy Juliano (D) | 25,483 | 41.4% | ||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Kreegel raised $100,273 in contributions. [7]
Her two largest contributors were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hospital Corp Of America | $2,000 |
| Florida Police Benevolent Association | $2,000 |
2008
Below are Kreegel's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[8]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| FL Cable Telecommunications Assoc | $2,000 |
| Amscot Corp | $2,000 |
| Hospital Corporation of America | $2,000 |
| FL Academy of Physicians Assistants | $1,500 |
| FL Dental Assoc | $1,500 |
External links
- Florida House of Representatives - Rep. Paige Kreegel
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004
- Paige Kreegel's blog
References
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Kreegel Biography
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Kreegel Issue Positions
- ↑ Politico "Redistricting process leaves candidates with out districts for now," September 6, 2011
- ↑ Florida Election Watch - 2010 Election results
- ↑ Florida House official election results for 2008
- ↑ District 72 Florida House candidate funds, 2008
- ↑ 2010 contributions
- ↑ Follow the Money - 2008 Campaign contributions
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| Preceded by - | Florida House of Representatives District 72 2004–present | Succeeded by NA |
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