Walter Bivins, Jr.
Walter Bivins, Jr. (b. September 26, 1939) is a former Republican member of the Missouri House of Representatives. He represented District 97 from 2003 to 2011.
Bivins worked as an Engineering and Quality Manager for The Dow Chemical Company from 1961-1993, and was a Computer Programmer for the Louisiana Department of Highways from 1960-1961. He earned his B.S. from Louisiana State University and AS from Hinds Junior College.
Bivins served as Director of the Board of Education of Mehlville School District from 1997-2003. He is a member of the Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, Saint Louis County Chamber of Commerce, Dakville Township Republican Club, and the Tessom Ferry Township Republican Club. He is married and has 3 children.[1]
Committee assignments
- Energy and Environment (Chairman)
- Higher Education
- Senior Citizen Advocacy
- Special Standing Committee on Workforce Development and Workplace Safety
- Missouri Job Training Joint Legislative Oversight Committee
- Joint Committee on Restructuring Fees of the Clean Water and Storm Water Programs
Elections
2008
On November 4, 2008, Walter Bivins, Jr. ran for District 97 of the Missouri House of Representatives, beating Jan Polizzi.[2]
Walter Bivins, Jr. raised $32,987 for his campaign.[3]
Missouri House of Representatives, District 97 | ||||
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Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
Walter Bivins, Jr. (R) | 10,848 | 56.3% | ||
Jan Polizzi (D) | 8,435 | 43.7% |
Campaign finance summary
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External links
- Missouri House of Representatives - Rep. Walter Bivins, Jr.
- Project Vote Smart profile
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2004, 2002
Footnotes
Political offices | ||
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Preceded by ' |
Missouri State House District 97 2003–2011 |
Succeeded by Gary Fuhr |