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Paul Muxlow
| Paul Muxlow | ||
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| Michigan House of Representatives District 83 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| January 1, 2011-Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 1, 2015 | ||
| Years in position | 2 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $71,685/year | |
| Per diem | $10,800 yearly expense allowance | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 6, 2012 | |
| First elected | November 2, 2010 | |
| Next election | November 4, 2014 | |
| Term limits | 3 terms | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | Eastern Michigan University | |
| Master's | University of Michigan--Ann Arbor | |
| Military service | ||
| Service/branch | Michigan Air National Guard | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Campaign website | ||
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Muxlow is the owner of Muxlow and Associates Real Estate.
Muxlow graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a bachelor's degree, and from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor with his master's degree.
Issues
Campaign themes
Muxlow's website highlights the following campaign themes:[1]
Jobs & The Economy
- Excerpt:"The number one priority for me in this campaign is developing jobs. When all people are working, it makes for a strong economy"
Education
- Excerpt:"I’m a 100% supporter of schools and education at all levels. I am a former science teacher, community college instructor, counselor and coordinator"
Agriculture
- Excerpt:"I am 100% on the side of Agriculture. Farmers deserve our support. We need more free trade for agricultural products."
Right To Life
- Excerpt:"I have been an active member of Sanilac County RTL for several years. I am 100% Right to Life and I strongly believe in protecting the unborn."
Second Amendment
- Excerpt:"Citizens have the right to bear arms, which is why I am a member of National Rifle Association (NRA)."
Committee assignments
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Muxlow served on the following committees:
| Michigan Committee Assignments, 2012 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Appropriations | ||||
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Muxlow served on these committees:
| Michigan Committee Assignments, 2011 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Health Policy | ||||
| • Judiciary | ||||
| • Transportation | ||||
Elections
2012
Muxlow won re-election in the 2012 election for Michigan House of Representatives District 83. He defeated Bob Eick in the August 7 Republican primary and defeated Carol Cease Campbell (D) in the general election which took place on November 6, 2012.[2]
| Michigan House of Representatives, District 83, General Election, 2012 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Paul Muxlow Incumbent |
55.7% | 19,750 | |
| Democratic | Carol Campbell | 44.3% | 15,685 | |
| Total Votes | 35,435 | |||
| Michigan House of Representatives, District 83 Republican Primary, 2012 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
|
Paul Muxlow Incumbent |
50.6% | 5,198 |
| Bob Eick | 49.4% | 5,066 |
| Total Votes | 10,264 | |
2010
Muxlow won election to the District 83 Seat in 2010. He defeated Alan Broughton, Kirk Dale, Justin Faber, John Hoffmann, Ed Smith and Eric Tubbs in the August 3 Republican primary. He defeated Alan Lewandowski (D) in the general election on November 2, 2010.
| Michigan House of Representatives, District 83 General election (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Paul Muxlow (R)
|
14,940 | |||
| Alan Lewandowski (D) | 10,116 | |||
Campaign donors
2012
Campaign donor information is not yet available for this year.
2010
In 2010, Muxlow raised $73,365 in contributions. [3]
His two largest contributors were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Muxlow, Paul | $34,800 |
| Michigan Automobile Dealers Association | $1,300 |
Scorecards
Tea Party Scorecard
The Independent Tea Party Patriots, a Michigan Tea Party group, grades the votes of this and every other Michigan legislator on “core tea party issues” in a regularly-updated scorecard. 100% is considered an ideal rating.[4]
January 2011 - March 2012
Paul Muxlow received a 65% rating on the January 2011 - March 2012 Tea Party Scorecard.[4]
Personal
Muxlow and his wife Liz have three children.
Recent news
This section displays the most recent stories in a google news search for the term Paul + Muxlow + Michigan + Legislature
- All stories may not be relevant to this page due to the nature of the search engine.
Paul Muxlow News Feed
- Supporters stage rally for Logan's Law - Port Huron Times Herald
- Lansing should expand Medicaid - Port Huron Times Herald
- Michigan bill would create 1st statewide registry for convicted animal abusers ... - The Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com
- Legislation would create animal abuse registry in Michigan - Oakland Press
- State Reps base wolf hunting decision on science and game management - New Baltimore Voice Newspapers
- Local panel : Medicaid enhancement will help county , Michigan grow - New Baltimore Voice Newspapers
- Roll Call from Lansing - Browncitybanner (subscription)
- Michigan Bill Punishes Animal Abusers - Global Animal
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External links
- House website
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign contributions: 2010
References
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by John Espinoza (D) |
Michigan House of Representatives District 83 2011–present |
Succeeded by NA |
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