Bob Allen
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| In office January 25, 2000 – Novermber 16, 2007 |
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| Succeeded by | Tony Sasso |
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| Born | September 30, 1958 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Beth Elaine Allen |
| Residence | Merritt Island |
| Alma mater | Valencia Community College |
| Profession | Economic Development/Education |
| Religion | Protestant |
Bob Allen (born 1958) is a former American politician who was a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives from 2000 until 2007, representing Florida's 32nd district. His district included portions of Brevard and Orange Counties.
He made headlines in 2007 after being arrested for offering $20 for the opportunity to perform fellatio on an undercover male police officer[1] in the restroom in a public park and was released on bail. From the time of his arrest, Allen has maintained his innocence, stating that he believed the undercover police officer was trying to rob him.[2]. Allen was convicted on November 9, 2007, and sentenced to 6 months probation, and was fined $250.[3] He resigned from the Florida House of Representatives on November 16, 2007.
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[edit] Early life and education
Born in 1958, Allen was raised in Florida, and received his Associate of Arts degree from Valencia Community College.
[edit] Political career
Before being elected to the Florida Congress, Allen served as executive director of Martin County's Economic Council.[4]
[edit] Florida House of Representatives
Rep. Allen served on the following committees:
- Committee on Energy
- Environmental and Natural Resources Council[citation needed]
During his term, he was noted for his opposition to high-speed rail in Florida.[5]
Allen was co-chair of Sen. John McCain's presidential campaign in Florida[1], but resigned following his conviction.
[edit] References
- ^ a b Florida State Representative Accused of Offering to Perform Oral Sex Claims Innocence Fox News, July 27, 2007
- ^ Florida State Rep. Bob Allen resigns amidst sex conviction Associated Press, as reprinted in EDGE Boston, November 20, 2007
- ^ No jail time for Rep. Bob Allen Orlando Sentinel, 15 November 2007
- ^ Four Republicans seek party's nod for ex-Rep. Bob Allen's seat Dean, James. Florida Today, January 23, 2008.
- ^ Bush renews plea to lawmakers to effectively kill bullet train, by Gary Fineout, Sarasota Herald-Tribune, December 5, 2002, retrieved (via accessmylibrary.com) June 15, 2009
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| Preceded by Bill Posey |
Florida Representative, 32nd District January 25, 2000 – November 16, 2007 |
Succeeded by Tony Sasso |
