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Laura Black (Utah)
Laura Black was a Democratic member of the Utah House of Representatives, representing District 45. She was defeated in the November 2, 2010, general election.
Black was a candidate for the Utah State House of Representatives in 2004 and 2006, but was not elected in either case. She joined the Utah State House in 2009, representing District 45 until 2011.
Biography
Black is a former teacher at Bingham High School. She has worked for the Jordan Education Association.
Black attended Brigham Young University. She went on to receive her B.S. in family and consumer science/education from the University of Utah.
Elections
2010
Black was defeated by Republican challenger Steven Eliason in the November 2, 2010 general election[1].
2008
On November 4, 2008, Black won election to the Utah House of Representatives, District 45 defeating opponents Brian Monsen (R) and Dave Perry (C).[2]
Black raised $37,160 for her campaign while Monsen raised $39,990 and Perry raised $1,110.[3]
| Utah State House of Representatives, District 45 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Laura Black (D)
|
6,116 | |||
| Brian Monsen (R) | 5,492 | |||
| Dave Perry (C) | 331 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Committee assignments
Personal
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Black is single.
External links
- Utah House of Representatives - Rep. Laura Black (dead link)
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004
Footnotes
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by ' |
Utah House of Representatives District 45 2009-2011 |
Succeeded by NA |
