Geoffrey Obrzut

Geofrey S. Obrzut (born May 16, 1952 in Elmhurst, Illinois) was a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives from 1991 to 1993. He graduated from West Leyden High School and earned his bachelor of arts from Sangamon State University.[2][3] He served as a staffer to Governor James R. Thompson and to House Speaker Michael J. Madigan. He was assistant executive secretary of the Illinois Racing Board. In the 1990 election, he unseated fellow Northlake resident and Republican incumbent Linda Williamson. It was his third campaign against Williamson.[4] He served on the following committees; Aging; Constitutional Officers; Consumer Protection; Registration and Regulation; Transportation and Motor Vehicles; and Veterans Affairs.[3] He was defeated for reelection by Leyden Township Supervisor Angelo Saviano.[5]

Geoffrey Obrzut
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives
from the 52nd district
In office
January 1991  January 1993
Preceded byLinda Williamson[1]
Succeeded byAl Salvi
Personal details
BornMay 16, 1952 (1952-05-16) (age 68)
Political partyDemocratic
EducationSangamon State University (BA)

References

  1. https://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=539687
  2. Kass, John (October 30, 1986). "Ex-classmates Battle Over State House Seat". Chicago Tribune. Chicago, Illinois. Retrieved June 24, 2017.
  3. 'Illinois Blue Book 1991-1992,' Geofrey S. Obrzut, pg. 93
  4. Huang, Wen (February 1991). "New lawmakers: young but experienced". Illinois Issues. Springfield, Illinois: Sangamon State University. Retrieved June 24, 2017.
  5. Redfield, Kent (June 1993). "Candidates, campaigns and cash: How Madigan beat the map in the 92 Illinois House elections". Illinois Issues. Springfield, Illinois: Sangamon State University. Retrieved June 24, 2017.
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