Connie Pillich
| Connie Pillich | |
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| Pillich in 2006 | |
| Member of the Ohio House of Representatives from the 28th district |
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| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office January 5, 2009 |
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| Preceded by | Andrew Ciarfardini |
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| Born | September 7, 1960 Buffalo, New York |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Montgomery, Ohio |
| Alma mater | University of Oklahoma, University of North Dakota, University of Cincinnati |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Religion | Catholic |
Connie Pillich is a Democratic member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing the 28th District since 2009. In 2012, she was re-elected to serve another term.
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Career [edit]
After graduating from the University of Cincinnati in law, Pillich opened her own law firm, Webb & Pillich, LLC. Prior, she had a career in the United States Air Force, serving in support of Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield.
Ohio House of Representatives [edit]
Pillich first aimed to oust incumbent Jim Raussen in the 2006 elections, where despite a large Republican index, the race was expected to be competitive.[1] However, Raussen edged Pillich to keep his seat, by only 1,592 votes.[2]
Pillich tried again against Raussen in 2008. However, in a surprise move, Governor Ted Strickland appointed Raussen to a post in the Department of Development only a few months out from the election. The departure of Raussen from the election left Republicans scrambling, and improved Pillich's chances of taking the seat.[3] Many names came up as potential candidates, including former Ohio Senate President Richard Finan. In the end, Hamilton County Republicans chose Virgil Lovitt to run against Pillich.[4] This time, riding a Democratic wave, Pillich defeated Lovitt by 5,500 votes.[5] In Pillich's first term, Speaker of the House Armond Budish appointed her as Vice Chair of the House Criminal Justice Committee; as well as to Veterans Affairs; Public Utilities; Financial Institutions, Real Estate and Securities; and Alternative Energy Committees.
In her first reelection campaign in 2010, Pillich faced Republican, and Tea Party activist Mike Wilson and a Libertarian candidate.[6] On election night, the race proved to be the closest in Ohio for 2010, with Pillich leading Wilson by just five votes, triggering an automatic recount of ballots.[7] After all ballots were counted however, Pillich had won by about 600 votes.[8] She serves as ranking member of the Veterans Affairs Committee; and on the committees of Financial Institutions, Housing, and Urban Development; Public Utilities; and Criminal Justice. She also is serving as Secretary of the Ohio House Democratic Women's Caucus,[9] and is a member of the Military Activation Task Force; the State Council on Educational Opportunities for Military Children; the Family Violence Prevention Council Advisory Board; and the Clean Ohio Council.
Early in her second term, Pillich cosponsored a bill that would provide tax credits to businesses that increase their payrolls and expand into vacant facilities.[10]
In November 2012, Pillich was elected to a third term, despite redistricting viewed as unfavorable to her chances.[11] She garnered 51.68% of the vote, defeating Republican Mike Wilson (43.95%) and Libertarian Robert R. Ryan (4.37%).[12]
References [edit]
- ^ Reisinger, Justine (2006-10-18). "News: Close Race in the Northern Burbs". CityBeat. Retrieved 2011-03-24.
- ^ Blackwell, Kenneth 2006 general election results (2006-11-07)
- ^ Strickland's savvy moves could help Dem's win House
- ^ "OH House-28: GOP to Run Lovitt Against Pillich". Ohio Capitol Blog. 2008-08-14. Retrieved 2011-03-24.
- ^ Brunner, Jennifer 2008 general election results (2008-11-04)
- ^ Mike Wilson/Connie Pillich battle makes Time
- ^ "Wilson, Pillich separated by five votes". Cincinnati Enquirer. 2010-11-03. Retrieved 2011-03-24.
- ^ Brunner, Jennifer 2010 general election results (2010-11-02)
- ^ Ohio House Democratic Women’s Caucus Names Leadership Team
- ^ Ohio House lays out priorities
- ^ Weingartner, Tana (2012-11-07). "Pillich tops Wilson in OH House race". WVXU. Retrieved 2012-11-07.
- ^ "November 6, 2012 General Election Unofficial Results". Hamilton County, Ohio, Board of Elections. 2012-11-07. Retrieved 2012-11-07.]
External links [edit]
- The Ohio House of Representatives: Representative Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) official site
- The Ohio Ladies' Gallery: Rep. Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery)
