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Terry Smith (Arkansas)
William "Terry" Smith (b. June 14, 1948) is a former Democratic member of the Arkansas State Senate, representing District 19 from 2001 to 2011.
Smith served in the Arkansas House of Representatives from 1994 to 2000.
Biography
Smith's professional experience includes working as a Consultant for Telcom/Southwestern Bell Corporation.
Committee assignments
- Insurance and Commerce Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Revenue and Tax Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Senate Efficiency Committee, Arkansas State Senate
Elections
2010
Smith was ineligible to run for re-election in 2010 due to the term limits of the Arkansas Legislature.
2006
On November 7, 2006, Smith won election to the 19th District Seat in the Arkansas State Senate, defeating opponent Gabe Allen (R).[1]
Smith raised $162,318 for his campaign, while Allen raised $9,193.[2]
| Arkansas State Senate, District 19 (2006) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Terry Smith (D)
|
14,622 | |||
| Gabe Allen (R) | 9,759 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Smith has a wife, Jennifer.
Recent news
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See also
- Arkansas State Legislature
- Arkansas State Senate
- Arkansas Senate Committees
- Arkansas state legislative districts
External links
- Official Arkansas State Senate website of Senator Terry Smith
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Terry Smith
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2004 2002 2000
Footnotes
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by - |
Arkansas State Senate District 19 2001–2011 |
Succeeded by Bill Sample |
