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Steve Cole (Arkansas)
Steve Cole is a former Democratic member of the Arkansas House of Representatives. He represented District 21 from 2009 until he resigned his seat on June 30, 2010.[1]
Cole announced that he would resign from the legislature effective June 30, 2010, in order to become chancellor of Cossatot Community College.
Biography
Cole's professional experience includes working as Vice Chancellor and Dean of Academic Services at Cossatot Community College.
Issue positions
Cole did not provide answers to the Arkansas State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test informs voters how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected.[2]
Sponsored legislation
Cole's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 1027 - "AN ACT INCREASING THE PENALTY RANGE FOR VOYEURISM FOR PERSONS OVER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN"
- HB 1239 - "TO PROVIDE OPTIONS FOR THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY TO USE MORE FUEL-EFFICIENT VEHICLES TO REDUCE COSTS."
- HB 2259 - "INCREASING THE FELONY CLASSIFICATION FOR NEGLIGENT HOMICIDE AND PROVIDING FOR A LICENSE SUSPENSION AND DWI ENHANCEMENT FOR A CONVICTION FOR NEGLIGENT HOMICIDE."
For a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Elections
2010
Cole is eligible but not seeking re-election in 2010.
2008
On November 4, 2008, Cole won election to the 21st District Seat in the Arkansas House of Representatives, running unopposed in the general election.[3]
Cole raised $30,853 for his campaign.[4]
Campaign finance summary
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Recent news
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See also
- Arkansas State Legislature
- Arkansas House of Representatives
- Arkansas House Committees
- Arkansas state legislative districts
External links
- Arkansas House of Representatives - Rep. Steve Cole
- Project Vote Smart profile
- Campaign Contributions: 2008
Footnotes
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Arkansas House District 21 2009-2011 |
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