Steve Russell
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| Steve Russell | |
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| Oklahoma Senate District 45 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2008 | |
| Current term ends 2012 | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Legislator |
| Website | Official website |
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Russell received a B.A. and an M.A. in History from Ouachita Baptist University in 1985. Prior to serving as a state senator, Russell served in the United States Army as a Lieutenant Colonel Russell for 21 years. Russell is highly decorated, having received the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star Medal with Valor Device and Oak Leaf Cluster, the Combat Infantryman's Badge, the Valorous Unit Award and also holds the coveted Airborne and Ranger qualifications.
Committee assignments
- Natural Resources and Regulatory Services (Appropriations) Subcommittee
- Business and Labor
- Public Safety and Homeland Security, Vice Chair
- Retirements and Insurance
- Veterans and Military Affairs
Elections
2008
Russell raised $173,769 [1] for this campaign, in which he ran unopposed.[2]
District 45
Russell represents Oklahoma Senate District 45. Senate District 45 includes Oklahoma City, Moore.
Major donors
Below are Russell's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| Marshall Brackin (Energy & Natural Resources) | $5,000 |
| Michael J. Calvey (Finance, Insurance & Real Estate) | $5,000 |
| J. Larry Nichols (Energy & Natural Resources) | $5,000 |
| Ralph L. Harvey (President/Marlin Oil Corporation) | $5,000 |
| Greater Oklahoma City Legislative Committee | $5,000 |
Personal
Russell is married to his wife, Cindy, and has five children.
External links
- Senator Russell's campaign
- Oklahoma Senate biography
- Project Vote Smart biographical profile
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Campaign contributions:2008
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