Lois Landgraf

Lois Landgraf

Republican Party

Prior offices

Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Successor: Mary Bradfield

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Education

Bachelor's

University of Maryland

Graduate

University of Washington

Contact

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Lois Landgraf (Republican Party) was a member of the Colorado House of Representatives, representing District 21. She assumed office on January 9, 2013. She left office on January 13, 2021.

Landgraf (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Colorado House of Representatives to represent District 21. She won in the general election on November 6, 2018.

Biography

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Landgraf earned her B.S. from the University of Maryland and her M.B.A from the University of Washington.

Committee assignments

2019-2020

Landgraf was assigned to the following committees:

• Public and Behavioral Health and Human Services Committee (decommissioned)
• Energy and Environment Committee

2017 legislative session

At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:

Colorado committee assignments, 2017
• Health, Insurance and Environment
• Public Health Care and Human Services

2015 legislative session

At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Landgraf served on the following committees:

Colorado committee assignments, 2015
• Health, Insurance and Environment
• Public Health Care and Human Services
• Legislative Council

2013-2014

At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Landgraf served on the following committees:

Colorado committee assignments, 2013
• Education
• Health, Insurance and Environment
• Public Health Care and Human Services

Sponsored legislation

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Elections

2020

See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2020

Lois Landgraf was not able to file for re-election due to term limits.

2018

See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Incumbent Lois Landgraf defeated Liz Rosenbaum in the general election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Lois Landgraf (R)	58.6	12,529
		Liz Rosenbaum (D)	41.4	8,863

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 21,392 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Liz Rosenbaum advanced from the Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 26, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Liz Rosenbaum	100.0	3,023

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 3,023
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Incumbent Lois Landgraf defeated Raymond Garcia in the Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 26, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Lois Landgraf	65.5	3,999
		Raymond Garcia	34.5	2,104

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 6,103
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2016

See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2016

Elections for the Colorado House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on June 28, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was April 4, 2016.

Incumbent Lois Landgraf defeated Michael Seebeck in the Colorado House of Representatives District 21 general election.

Colorado House of Representatives, District 21 General Election, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Lois Landgraf Incumbent	68.71%	17,358
	Libertarian	Michael Seebeck	31.29%	7,904
Total Votes				25,262
Source: Colorado Secretary of State

Incumbent Lois Landgraf defeated Steve Elisha in the Colorado House of Representatives District 21 Republican primary.

Colorado House of Representatives, District 21 Republican Primary, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Lois Landgraf Incumbent	67.06%	2,921
	Republican	Steve Elisha	32.94%	1,435
Total Votes				4,356

2014

See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2014

Elections for the Colorado House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on June 24, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 31, 2014. Incumbent Lois Landgraf was unopposed in the Republican primary and was unchallenged in the general election.

2012

See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2012

Landgraf won election in the 2012 election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21. She defeated Albert Sweet in the Republican primary on June 26, 2012. She defeated Sean Halstead (C) and Laticia Burns (L) in the general election on November 6, 2012.

Colorado House of Representatives, District 21, General Election, 2012

Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Lois Landgraf	65.7%	13,707
	Libertarian	Laticia Burns	18.4%	3,832
	American Constitution Party	Sean E. Halstead	15.9%	3,318
Total Votes				20,857

Colorado House of Representatives, District 21 Republican Primary, 2012

Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Lois Landgraf	60.4%	2,293
Albert Sweet	39.6%	1,506
Total Votes		3,799

Campaign themes

2016

Landgraf's campaign website highlighted the following issues:

“	National security: As the wife of a 26 year Army veteran it has been a special honor to represent the women and men who live and work on Ft. Carson as well as the many active and retired military personnel who live throughout House District 21. Our national security personnel are the best trained in the world, and we must never forget the duty that they fulfill for our nation. It is imperative that Americans remain committed to ensuring that our troops have the training, equipment and support they need to defend America’s homeland and her allies and interests and to keep them safe. We must never forget the sacrifices our veterans have made for us and provide them with every benefit and service they need and deserve. Economy: Small business is the backbone of our state. Our elected officials should recognize and support the business community, recognize the hard working families and communities that depend on a solid foundation of successful businesses in Colorado. Civil rights: The Republican Party was formed in 1854 by people who opposed slavery. The Emancipation Proclamation, an order issued to all segments of the Executive branch (including the Army and Navy) by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, during the American Civil War, put an end to slavery in the United States. Republicans such as Abraham Lincoln, Susan B Anthony and Martin Luther King represented an expression of conservative ideals as true and relevant today as they were in the 19th century. Republicans have fought to end discrimination in all forms while holding true to moral values. Republicans continue to believe that no one should ever discriminate based on race, sex, ethnicity or national origin, language, income level, religion, age, or disability. Healthcare: Republicans believe that choosing Health Care should be an individual’s responsibility, not a government mandate. Health care costs in this country are astronomical. We must encourage healthier life styles and reward personal responsibility to promote healthier lifestyles. We must try to increase healthcare options, contain costs and reduce mandates, simplify the system for patients and providers, and have fairness in the tax treatment of group and individual health insurance plans. This is a practical, non-intrusive approach to health care reform. For most Americans, this will promote a free-market based system and empower consumer choice. Education: Republicans are dedicated to ensuring each generation has access to a first-rate education. It is through education that we prepare our children to lead successful lives. Every child deserves a quality education and Republicans are committed to helping children achieve their fullest potential by ensuring they attend outstanding schools, are taught by excellent teachers, and live in safe neighborhoods. Our Nation’s tried and true tradition of parents taking responsibility is enhanced when those parents have choices regarding their children’s schools. That’s why America’s education reforms like charter schools and tuition tax credits are helping improve the education landscape.	”
—Lois Landgraf

2012

Landgraf's campaign website listed the following issues:

• Support of pro-business, job creating legislation
• Support of legislation which eliminates job inhibiting regulations
• Support of Free Speech and Gun Rights
• Support of School Choice and legislations which insures better use of education funding without raising taxes
• Support of healthcare choices without government mandates or interference (No Obama-care)
• Strong advocacy for voter influence and input in the legislative process

Campaign finance summary

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Lois Landgraf campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2018	Colorado House of Representatives District 21	Won general	$41,371	N/A**
2016	Colorado House of Representatives, District 21	Won	$50,561	N/A**
2014	Colorado State House, District 21	Won	$25,096	N/A**
2012	Colorado State House, District 21	Won	$22,807	N/A**
Grand total			$139,835	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

Scorecards

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2020

In 2020, the Colorado State Legislature was in session from January 8 to June 15.

• Colorado Health Initiative

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• Colorado Union of Taxpayers

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• Colorado Voters for Animals: U.S. Congress and General Assembly

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• Mental Health Colorado

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• National Federation of Independent Business

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• The American Conservative Union

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• Women's Lobby of Colorado

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2019

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In 2019, the Colorado State Legislature was in session from January 4 through May 3. ACLU of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills the ACLU of Colorado "felt were the best representations of the civil liberties issues facing Colorado today." Colorado Health Initiative Legislators are scored on their votes on bills that are supported or opposed by the organization. Colorado Union of Taxpayers Legislation is scored on its "reduction of taxes, regulation, and spending accountability." Colorado Voters for Animals Legislators are scored on their stances on animal issues. Conservation Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental conservation. Mental Health Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes related to mental health issues. One Colorado Legislators are scored based on their votes on LGBT issues. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Women's Lobby of Colorado Legislators are scored on their stances on women's issues.

2018

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In 2018, the 72nd Colorado State Legislature was in session from January 10 through May 9. ACLU of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills the ACLU of Colorado "felt were the best representations of the civil liberties issues facing Colorado today." Colorado Health Initiative Legislators are scored on their votes on bills that are supported or opposed by the organization. Colorado Senior Lobby, Inc. Legislators are scored on their votes related to senior issues. Colorado Union of Taxpayers Legislation is scored on its "reduction of taxes, regulation, and spending accountability." Colorado Voters for Animals Legislators are scored on their stances on animal issues. Conservation Colorado: House and Senate Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental conservation. Mental Health Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes related to mental health issues. NARAL Pro-Choice Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. One Colorado Legislators are scored based on their votes on LGBT issues. Principles of Liberty Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to "core principles of liberty," which the organization defines as "Free People," "Free Markets," and "Good Government." The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2017

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In 2017, the 71st Colorado State Legislature was in session from January 11 through May 10. There was also a special session from October 2-3. ACLU of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills the ACLU of Colorado "felt were the best representations of the civil liberties issues facing Colorado today." Colorado Senior Lobby, Inc. Legislators are scored on their votes related to senior issues. Colorado Union of Taxpayers Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to fiscal policy. Colorado Voters for Animals Legislators are scored on their stances on animal issues. Conservation Colorado: House and Senate Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental conservation. Mental Health Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes related to mental health issues. NARAL Pro-Choice Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. One Colorado Legislators are scored based on their votes on LGBT issues. Principles of Liberty Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to "core principles of liberty," which the organization defines as "Free People," "Free Markets," and "Good Government." The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Women's Lobby of Colorado Legislators are scored on their stances on women's issues.

2016

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In 2016, the second session of the 70th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 13 through May 11. ACLU of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills the ACLU of Colorado "felt were the best representations of the civil liberties issues facing Colorado today." Colorado Consumer Health Initiative Legislators are scored on their votes on bills that are supported or opposed by the organization. Colorado Union of Taxpayers Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to fiscal policy. Colorado Voters for Animals Legislators are scored on their stances on animal issues. Conservation Colorado: House and Senate Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental conservation. Mental Health Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes related to mental health issues. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues. One Colorado Legislators are scored based on their votes on LGBT issues. Principles of Liberty Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to "core principles of liberty," which the organization defines as "Free People," "Free Markets," and "Good Government." The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Women's Lobby of Colorado Legislators are scored on their stances on women's issues.

2015

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In 2015, the first session of the 70th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 7 through May 6. ACLU of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills the ACLU of Colorado "felt were the best representations of the civil liberties issues facing Colorado today." Colorado Senior Lobby, Inc. Legislators are scored on their votes related to senior issues. Colorado Union of Taxpayers Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to fiscal policy. Colorado Voters for Animals Legislators are scored on their stances on animal issues. Conservation Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental conservation. Mental Health America of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes related to mental health issues. Planned Parenthood Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. Principles of Liberty: House and Senate Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to "core principles of liberty," which the organization defines as "Free People," "Free Markets," and "Good Government." The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Women's Lobby of Colorado Legislators are scored on their stances on women's issues.

2014

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In 2014, the 69th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 8 to May 7. ACLU of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills the ACLU of Colorado "felt were the best representations of the civil liberties issues facing Colorado today." Colorado Senior Lobby, Inc. Legislators are scored on their votes related to senior issues. Colorado Union of Taxpayers Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to fiscal policy. Colorado Voters for Animals Legislators are scored on their stances on animal protection issues. Conservation Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental conservation. Planned Parenthood Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. Principles of Liberty Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to "core principles of liberty," which the organization defines as "Free People," "Free Markets," and "Good Government." The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Women's Lobby of Colorado Legislators are scored on their stances on women's issues.

2013

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In 2013, the 69th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 9 to May 9. ACLU of Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills the ACLU of Colorado "felt were the best representations of the civil liberties issues facing Colorado today." Colorado Senior Lobby, Inc. Legislators are scored on their votes related to senior issues. Conservation Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental conservation. Liberty Tracker Legislators are scored on their votes on bills defined by LT as related to "principles of good governance." Planned Parenthood Colorado Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to reproductive health issues. Principles of Liberty Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to "core principles of liberty," which the organization defines as "Free People," "Free Markets," and "Good Government." The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Women's Lobby of Colorado Legislators are scored on their stances on women's issues.

Endorsements

2012

In 2012, Landgraf's endorsements included the following:

• Dan May: District Attorney
• Mark Barker: state representative -HD 17
• Bob Gardner: state representative -HD 21
• Mark Waller: state representative HD-15
• Steve Schuck: Schuck Foundation
• Sam Heckman: Fountain City Council
• Phil Thomas: Fountain City Council
• Sharon Brown: Fountain City Council
• Andre Gutierrez:Vice Chairman of the Colorado Tourism Board, Vice President of Widefield School District 3 Board of Education.
• Colorado Association of Realtors
• Colorado Medical Political Action Committee
• Colorado Contractors Association
• Colorado Rural Electric Association
• Mark Penchoff
• Jackie Smally
• Melvin Postlewait
• Hal Hitt
• Wayne King
• Frosty Winter
• Chuck Lepine
• Gerry Grotkier
• Steve Dreiling
• Madeline Dreiling
• Andre Gutierrez
• Cornelia Minister
• Bob Plyley
• Ken and Karen Lippincott: Fountain Neighborhood watch
• Linda Curtice
• Joe Breister
• Michael Lux
• Ken Magnusson
• Sharon Thompson
• Nathan Thompson
• Robin Coran
• Richard Applegate
• Cory Applegate
• Kimberly Barker
• Steve Riffe
• Maxine Rahjes
• Tom and Cindy Scriven
• Colorado Home Builders Association
• Colorado Association of Realtors

See also

• Colorado House of Representatives
• Colorado House Committees
• Colorado House of Representatives District 21
• Colorado State Legislature

External links

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• Campaign contributions via Follow the Money

Footnotes

Political offices
Preceded by Bob Gardner (R)	Colorado House of Representatives District 21 2013–2021	Succeeded by Mary Bradfield (R)

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Current members of the Colorado House of Representatives

Leadership

Speaker of the House:Julie McCluskie

Majority Leader:Monica Duran

Representatives

District 1

Javier Mabrey (D)

District 2

Steven Woodrow (D)

District 3

Meg Froelich (D)

District 4

Cecelia Espenoza (D)

District 5

Alex Valdez (D)

District 6

Sean Camacho (D)

District 7

Jennifer Bacon (D)

District 8

Lindsay Gilchrist (D)

District 9

Emily Sirota (D)

District 10

Junie Joseph (D)

District 11

Karen McCormick (D)

District 12

Kyle Brown (D)

District 13

Julie McCluskie (D)

District 14

Rose Pugliese (R)

District 15

Scott Bottoms (R)

District 16

Rebecca Keltie (R)

District 17

Regina English (D)

District 18

Amy Paschal (D)

District 19

Dan Woog (R)

District 20

Jarvis Caldwell (R)

District 21

Mary Bradfield (R)

District 22

Kenneth DeGraaf (R)

District 23

Monica Duran (D)

District 24

Lisa Feret (D)

District 25

Tammy Story (D)

District 26

Meghan Lukens (D)

District 27

Brianna Titone (D)

District 28

Sheila Lieder (D)

District 29

Shannon Bird (D)

District 30

Rebekah Stewart (D)

District 31

Jacque Phillips (D)

District 32

Manny Rutinel (D)

District 33

William Lindstedt (D)

District 34

Jenny Willford (D)

District 35

Lorena Garcia (D)

District 36

Michael Carter (D)

District 37

Chad Clifford (D)

District 38

Gretchen Rydin (D)

District 39

Brandi Bradley (R)

District 40

Naquetta Ricks (D)

District 41

Jamie Jackson (D)

District 42

Mandy Lindsay (D)

District 43

Robert Marshall (D)

District 44

Anthony Hartsook (R)

District 45

Max Brooks (R)

District 46

Tisha Mauro (D)

District 47

Ty Winter (R)

District 48

Carlos Barron (R)

District 49

Lesley Smith (D)

District 50

Ryan Gonzalez (R)

District 51

Ron Weinberg (R)

District 52

Yara Zokaie (D)

District 53

Andrew Boesenecker (D)

District 54

Matt Soper (R)

District 55

Rick Taggart (R)

District 56

Chris Richardson (R)

District 57

Elizabeth Velasco (D)

District 58

Larry Suckla (R)

District 59

Katie Stewart (D)

District 60

Stephanie Luck (R)

District 61

Eliza Hamrick (D)

District 62

Matthew Martinez (D)

District 63

Dusty Johnson (R)

District 64

Vacant

District 65

Lori Sander (R)

Democratic Party (43)

Republican Party (21)

Vacancies (1)