Kim LaSata
Kim LaSata (born April 20, 1963) is an American politician who has served in the Michigan Senate from the 21st district since 2019.
Kim LaSata | |
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Member of the Michigan Senate from the 21st district | |
Assumed office January 1, 2019 | |
Preceded by | John Proos |
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 79th district | |
In office January 1, 2017 – December 31, 2018 | |
Preceded by | Al Pscholka |
Succeeded by | Pauline Wendzel |
Personal details | |
Born | St. Joseph, Michigan | April 20, 1963
Political party | Republican |
Education
LaSata earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Western Michigan University. LaSata earned a Masters degree in Literacy Studies from Western Michigan University.[1]
Career
On November 8, 2016, LaSata won the election and became a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives for District 79. LaSata defeated Marletta Seats and Carl G. Oehling with 58.78% of the votes.[2] LaSata served in the Michigan House of Representatives until 2018.[1]
On November 6, 2018, LaSata won the election and became a state senator of Michigan Senate for District 21. LaSata defeated Ian Haight with 58.13% of the votes.[3][1][4][5]
Personal life
LaSata's husband is Charlie. They have four children. LaSata and her family live in Bainbridge Township, Michigan.[1]
Awards
- 2015 Teacher of the Year. Lake Michigan Catholic Elementary School.[1]
References
- "Kim LaSata's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved December 4, 2019.
- "2016 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 8, 2016. Retrieved December 4, 2019.
- "2018 Michigan Election Results". mielections.us. November 6, 2018. Retrieved December 4, 2019.
- John Matuszak (2016-08-03). "LaSata will face Seats in 79th House race". Heraldpalladium.com. Retrieved 2019-04-09.
- Adam Droscha (2018-11-06). "Representative Kim LaSata elected to state senate in district 21". Leaderpub.com. Retrieved 2019-04-09.