Richard LeBlanc

Richard LeBlanc (born September 1, 1958) is an American politician from Michigan. LeBlanc was a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives. In 2006 he was elected to represent Michigan's 18th State House District, which is located in Wayne County and includes the entire city of Westland. Prior to serving in the State House, LeBlanc served as a Westland City Councilman.

For the film director and actor, see Richard LeBlanc (director).
Richard LeBlanc
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 18th district
In office
January 1, 2007 – December 31, 2012
Preceded byGlenn S. Anderson
Succeeded bySarah Roberts
Personal details
BornWestland, Michigan
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Cheryl LeBlanc
Children2
OccupationPolice officer, politician

Early life

On September 1, 1958, LeBlanc was born in Westland, Michigan.[1]

Career

LeBlanc started his career as a reserved police officer in Canton, Michigan.[1]

LeBlanc served as a trustee for Wayne/Westland Community Schools, Board of Education from 1992 to 1995. He was elected to the Westland City Council, where he served from 1995 to 2001 and 2003 to 2006.

In 2006 he filed to run for the seat being vacated by Rep. Glenn S. Anderson, who ran successfully for the Michigan State Senate. LeBlanc won easily in the heavily Democratic 18th District, which is located in Wayne County and includes the Detroit suburb of Westland. In the House, LeBlanc sits on the Appropriations Committee and was Chairman of the Michigan State Police and the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.[1]

Personal life

LeBlanc's wife is Cheryl LeBlanc. They have two children. LeBlanc and his family live in Westland, Michigan.[1]

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References
  1. "Richard LeBlanc's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved February 28, 2020.
Michigan House of Representatives
Preceded by
Glenn S. Anderson (D)		 Michigan House of Representatives for District 18

Richard LeBlanc (D)
2007–Present

Succeeded by
Incumbent
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