Joe Paskvan
Joe Paskvan (b. May 19, 1952) is a former Democratic member of the Alaska State Senate, representing District E from 2009 to 2013. Paskvan was defeated in his bid for re-election in the general election on November 6, 2012.[1]
Biography
Paskvan earned his B.A. in political science from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks in 1975 and his J.D. from University of Puget Sound School of Law in 1981.
Paskvan's professional experience includes working as an attorney for Rice, Hoppner, Brown, & Brunner from 1981-1986, owning his own firm, Paskvan & Ringstad PC, in 1986 and Manager of Tommy’s Elbow Room, in Fairbanks from 1973-1978.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Paskvan served on these committees:
- Armed Services Committee, Alaska State Legislature
- Judiciary Committee, Alaska State Senate
- Labor & Commerce Committee, Alaska State Senate Committee, Alaska State Senate]], Vice Chair
- Resources Committee, Alaska State Senate, Co-Chair
- State Affairs Committee, Alaska State Senate Committee, Alaska State Senate]], Vice Chair
- Finance Subcommittees:
- Subcommittee on Education and Early Development
- Subcommittee on Natural Resources
- Subcommittee on Public Safety
- Subcommittee on Revenue
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Paskvan served on these committees:
- Health & Social Services Committee, Alaska State Senate Vice Chairperson
- Labor & Commerce Committee, Alaska State Senate Chairperson
- State Affairs Committee, Alaska State Senate
- Transportation Committee, Alaska State Senate
Elections
2012
- See also: Alaska State Senate elections, 2012
Paskvan ran for re-election in the 2012 election for Alaska State Senate District 2 (B). He ran unopposed in the August 28, 2012, Democratic primary and was defeated by Pete Kelly (R) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[2][3][4]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican |  Pete Kelly |
54.3% | 6,232 | |
| Democratic | Joe Paskvan Incumbent | 45.7% | 5,249 | |
| Total Votes | 11,481 | |||
2008
- See also: Alaska State Senate elections, 2008
In 2008, Paskvan was elected to the Alaska State Senate, District E. Paskvan edged out Cynthia Henry in a close race by taking 5,861 votes (51.81%) while Henry finished with 5,422 votes (47,93%).[5] Paskvan raised $107,395 for his campaign fund.[6]
| Alaska State Senate, District E (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Joe Paskvan (D)
|
5,861 | 51.81% | ||
| Cynthia Henry | 5,422 | 47.93% | ||
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Paskvan has four children and resides with his wife Barbara in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Recent news
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See also
- Alaska State Legislature
- Alaska State Senate
- Alaska Senate Committees
- Alaska state legislative districts
External links
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008
Footnotes
- ↑ Alaska Election Division, "Official 2012 General election results," accessed November 16, 2012
- ↑ Alaska Division of Elections, "2012 Primary Candidate List," accessed March 12, 2014
- ↑ Alaska Division of Elections, "Official 2012 Primary Results," accessed March 12, 2014
- ↑ Alaska Election Division, "Official 2012 General election results," accessed November 16, 2012
- ↑ Alaska Division of Elections, "Official 2008 General election results," accessed March 12, 2014
- ↑ Follow The Money, "2008 Campaign donations," accessed April 7, 2014
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by - |
Alaska State Senate District E 2009–2013 |
Succeeded by Charlie Huggins (R) |
