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John Huffman (Oregon)
John E. Huffman is a former Republican member of the Oregon House of Representatives, representing District 59 from 2007 to 2017. He resigned his seat on October 28, 2017. Before his resignation, Huffman announced that he would not seek re-election in 2018 and would instead pursue a job in the Trump administration.[1]
Huffman was first appointed to the chamber on August 27, 2007, to replace Rep. John Dallum, who resigned in July 2007.
Biography
Huffman's professional experience includes working in radio broadcasting, managing a pear orchard and being the owner/operator of Auto Fix. Huffman served in the United States Army from 1979 to 1984.[2]
Committee assignments
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
| Oregon committee assignments, 2017 |
|---|
| • Early Conduct and Family Supports |
| • Joint Legislative Administration |
| • Joint Ways and Means |
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Huffman served on the following committees:
| Oregon committee assignments, 2015 |
|---|
| • Joint Ways and Means |
| • Veterans and Emergency Preparedness |
| • Joint Oregon State Capitol Foundation |
| • Joint Legislative Administration |
2013-2014
In the 2013-2014 legislative session, Huffman served on the following committees:
| Oregon committee assignments, 2013 |
|---|
| • Education |
| • Higher Education and Workforce Development, Vice Chair |
| • Veterans and Emergency Preparedness |
| • Ways and Means |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Huffman served on these committees:
| Oregon committee assignments, 2011 |
|---|
| • Joint Legislative Audits and Information Management and Technology |
| • Education |
| • Veterans and Emergency Services |
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Huffman served on these committees:
| Oregon committee assignments, 2009 |
|---|
| • Education |
| • Human Services |
| • Online Learning Task Force |
Campaign themes
2014
Huffman's campaign website highlighted the following issues:[3]
Education Advancement
- Excerpt: "I see the need and am involved in work to come up with stable funding for our schools, making sure as much of the budget as possible makes it into the classroom. I am building a strong coalition to create more accountability and to reduce class size and while at the same time, rewarding our teachers and students for their hard work."
Healthcare
- Excerpt: "A successful plan will involve the cooperation of providers, patients, insurance companies and the state. At a minimum, I want to make sure the people who can't afford healthcare, especially kids have access. Finally, working to build a stronger economic climate makes it possible for employers to provide coverage."
Job Creation
- Excerpt: "I work hard to understand the different interests that drive local economics such as farming and agriculture, small business and technology—one size does not fit all and I am working to ensure a diverse and successful job base."
A Voice for Rural Oregon
- Excerpt: "I understand how important it is to have a loud, strong voice for Rural Oregon in Salem, it takes persistence and focus. I have been working hard to identify needs and then go after solutions. The key to successful, stronger communities is relationships, and few people are better at building them than I am."
Agriculture and Water
- Excerpt: "But, agriculture can be even stronger if we allow them. Allow the responsible use of farm and timber practices that have been successfully used for generations—practices that built Oregon! And we must stop creating barriers to doing business and doing it profitably in a global market place."
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2016
Elections for the Oregon House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on May 17, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was March 8, 2016.
Incumbent John Huffman defeated Tyler Gabriel in the Oregon House of Representatives District 59 general election.[4][5]
| Oregon House of Representatives, District 59 General Election, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  John Huffman Incumbent |
70.43% | 21,392 | |
| Democratic | Tyler Gabriel | 29.57% | 8,982 | |
| Total Votes | 30,374 | |||
| Source: Oregon Secretary of State | ||||
Tyler Gabriel ran unopposed in the Oregon House of Representatives District 59 Democratic primary.[6][7]
| Oregon House of Representatives, District 59 Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Tyler Gabriel (unopposed) | |
Incumbent John Huffman ran unopposed in the Oregon House of Representatives District 59 Republican primary.[6][7]
| Oregon House of Representatives, District 59 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | John Huffman Incumbent (unopposed) | |
2014
Elections for the Oregon House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on May 20, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 11, 2014. Incumbent John Huffman defeated Britt Storkson in the Republican primary. He also ran as a write-in candidate on the Democratic party ticket. Huffman was unchallenged in the general election.[8][9][10]
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
|---|---|---|
|
John Huffman Incumbent |
91% | 5,379 |
| Britt Storkson | 9% | 535 |
| Total Votes | 5,914 | |
2012
Huffman won re-election in the 2012 election for Oregon House of Representatives District 59. Huffman was unopposed in the May 15 Republican primary and defeated Gary Ollerenshaw (D) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[11][12][13]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | John Huffman Incumbent |
66.8% | 17,466 | |
| Democratic | Gary Ollerenshaw | 33.2% | 8,678 | |
| Total Votes | 26,144 | |||
2010
Huffman won re-election to District 59 in 2010. She defeated Britt Storkson in the March 9 primary elections, receiving 5,961 votes while Storkson received 458. Huffman was challenged by Will Boettner in the general election which took place on November 2, 2010.[14][15]
| Oregon State House, District 59 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| John Huffman (R)
|
15,033 | |||
| Will Boettner (D) | 6,565 | |||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Huffman was elected to Oregon State House District 59.[16][17]
| Oregon State House District 59 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| John Huffman (R)
|
15,107 | |||
| Ahern (D) | 10,417 | |||
| Misc. | 43 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Scorecards
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2017
In 2017, the 79th Oregon State Legislature, first session, was in session from February 1 through July 7. There was also an organizational session January 9.
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2016
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In 2016, the 78th Oregon State Legislature, second session, was in session from February 1 through March 3.
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2015
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In 2015, the 78th Oregon State Legislature, first session, was in session from February 2 through July 6.
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2014
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In 2014, the 77th Oregon State Legislature, second session, was in session from February 3 to March 10.
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2013
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In 2013, the 77th Oregon State Legislature, first session, was in session from February 4 to July 9.
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2012
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In 2012, the 76th Oregon State Legislature, second session, was in session from February 1 to March 6.
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2011
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In 2011, the 76th Oregon State Legislature, first session, was in session from February 1 to June 30.
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Endorsements
2014
In 2014, Huffman's endorsements included the following:[18]
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Personal
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Huffman and his wife, Korina, have eight children.[2]
Recent news
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See also
- Oregon House of Representatives
- House Committees
- Oregon State Legislature
- Joint Committees
- Oregon state legislative districts
External links
- Profile from the Oregon House of Representatives
- Profile from Open States
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2012, 2010, 2008
Footnotes
- ↑ The Oregonian, "Oregon lawmaker resigns in midst of seeking Trump administration job," November 2, 2017
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Project Vote Smart, "Biography of Rep. Huffman," accessed April 28, 2014
- ↑ Vote Huffman, "Issues," accessed September 2, 2014
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Candidate Filing Search," accessed August 25, 2016
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "November 8, 2016 General Election official results," accessed December 21, 2016
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Oregon Secretary of State, "Candidate Filing Search," accessed March 9, 2016
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Oregon Secretary of State, "May 17, 2016 Primary Election Abstract of Votes President," accessed August 2, 2016
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Official Results - May 20, 2014 Primary Election," accessed July 8, 2014
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Candidate Filing," accessed March 17, 2014
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Official general election results for 2014," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2012 Candidate Filings for the House," accessed May 24, 2014
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Official Results for May 15 Primary election," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Official General Results for 2012," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2010 Oregon Primary Election Results," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2010 General Election Results," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2008 Oregon Primary Election Results," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "2008 General Election Results," accessed April 30, 2015
- ↑ Vote Huffman, "Endorsements," accessed September 2, 2014
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by John Dallum |
Oregon House of Representatives - District 59 2007–2017 |
Succeeded by NA |
