Born: February 25, 1952 in Bay City
Marital Status: Married
Spouse: Vicki
Children: Frank and Cindy
Education: Bachelor's degree in public administration from Saginaw Valley State University
Employment/Military Record: UPS, GM, Inspector 1970-1974, legal assistant, 1974-1976
Governmental Leadership (Elected or Appointed):
Michigan Senate 31st District 2006
General Vote:
78,904 of 103,910 (75%)
Primary Vote:
17,233 of 17,233 (100%)
Campaign Finance Reports
Michigan Senate 31st District 2002
General Vote:
54,352 of 89,838 (60%)
Primary Vote:
26,814 of 26,814 (100%)
Other Offices: Re-elected to state Senate in 2006 (Primary Election results, General Election results); first elected in 2002 (Primary Election results, General Election results); member of U.S. House (1993-2002), former member of state Senate (1983-1992), member of state House (1977-1982)
Campaign Finance Reports
Political Activities: Former staff assistant, U.S. Sen. Phillip Hart, 1971-1972
Community Activities: Active in Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, Bay City Lion's, Eagles Club, Bay City, Michigan Bowhunters Association, Safari Club International, Saginaw Valley State University Alumni Association