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Terry Wanzek
| Terry Wanzek | ||
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| North Dakota State Senate District 29 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 1994-Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| December 1, 2014 | ||
| Years in position | 19 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Leadership | ||
| President Pro Tempore of the Senate | ||
| 2013 - present | ||
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $152/day | |
| Per diem | Up to $1,351/month for lodging | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | 1994 | |
| Next election | November 4, 2014 | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Prior offices | ||
| North Dakota State House of Representatives | ||
| 1992-1994 | ||
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | Jamestown College, 1979 | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | March 28, 1957 | |
| Place of birth | Jamestown, ND | |
| Profession | Businessman | |
| Religion | Catholic | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Contents |
Wanzek began his political career as treasurer for the Noonlake Township. Later, in 1992, he served as a representative for the North Dakota state House of Representatives until 1994. In 1994, Wanzek began serving on the North Dakota State Senate. In 2003, his service ended, but he was elected again in 2007.
Wanzek's professional experience includes farming, ranching, and conducting business.
Terry Wanzek earned his Bachelor's degree at Jamestown College in 1979 and later graduated from the Texas A&M University Executive Program for Agricultural Procedures.
Committee assignments
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Wanzek served on the following committees:
| North Dakota Committee Assignments, 2013 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Appropriations | ||||
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Wanzek served on this committee:
| North Dakota Committee Assignments, 2011 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Appropriations | ||||
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Wanzek served on these committees:
| North Dakota Committee Assignments, 2009 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Agriculture | ||||
| • Industry, Business and Labor | ||||
Elections
2010
Wanzek won re-election to the North Dakota State Senate District 29, defeating Richard Schlosser (D) in the November 2 general election.[1][2]
Wanzek was not opposed in the primary election on June 8, 2010.[3]
| North Dakota Senate General Election, District 29 (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 Terry Wanzek (R)
|
3,493 | 64.97% | ||
| Richard Schlosser (D) | 1,874 | 34.86% | ||
2006
On November 7, 2006, Wanzek was re-elected to the 29th District Seat in the North Dakota State Senate, besting Dustin Lien (D). [4] Wanzek raised $4,050 for his campaign, while Lien raised $1,400. [5]
| North Dakota Senate, District 29 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Terry Wanzek (R)
|
2,735 | |||
| Dustin Lien (D) | 2,310 | |||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Wanzek received $9,325 in campaign donations. The top contributors are listed below.[6]
| North Dakota State Senate 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Terry Wanzek's campaign in 2010 | |
| North Dakota Association Of Realtors | $1,000 |
| Lignite Energy Council | $1,000 |
| North Dakota Association Of Telecommunications Cooperatives | $1,000 |
| North Dakota Association Of Insurance & Financial Advisors | $750 |
| North Dakota Petroleum Council | $750 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $9,325 |
2006
In 2006, Wanzek collected $4,050 in donations.[7]
These were the largest contributors.
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| SCHMIDT, JOSEPH | $1,000 |
| NORTH DAKOTA LIGNITE COUNCIL | $500 |
| WANZEK, LEO & JANET | $500 |
Personal
Terry Wanzek was born and raised in Jamestown, North Dakota on March 28, 1957. He is currently married to his wife Janice Wanzek with three children and is a professed Catholic.
External links
- Summary, biography, voting record, and interest group ratings at Project Vote Smart
- Campaign contributions at Follow The Money
- Profile at Facebook
References
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by ' |
North Dakota State Senate District 29 1994–present |
Succeeded by NA |
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