Rodney L. Davis
| Rodney L. Davis | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 13th district |
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| Assumed office January 3, 2013 |
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| Preceded by | Judy Biggert |
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| Born | Rodney Lee Davis January 5, 1970 Des Moines, Iowa |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Shannon Davis |
| Residence | Taylorville, Illinois |
| Alma mater | Millikin University |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Website | rodneydavis.house.gov |
Rodney Lee Davis (born January 5, 1970) is an American politician who has been the United States Representative for Illinois's 13th congressional district since 2013. He is a member of the Republican Party.
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Early life and education [edit]
Davis was born in Des Moines and is a lifelong resident of Taylorville, Illinois where he attended public school. He graduated with honors from Millikin University in 1992 with a degree in political science.
Early political career [edit]
After graduating from college, Davis worked for then-Secretary of State George Ryan. In 1996, he lost a race for the state legislature. In 1998, Davis managed the first re-election campaign for Illinois Congressman John Shimkus. Following the successful campaign, Davis accepted a position on Shimkus' Congressional staff. In 2000, Davis lost his second campaign, this time for mayor of his hometown, Taylorville. Davis served as Shimkus' Projects Director while simultaneously running for Congress.[1]
U.S House of Representatives [edit]
Davis's congressional term began on January 3, 2013.
2012 election [edit]
On May 19, 2012, the Republican County Chairmen for the 14 Illinois Counties comprising the 13th district nominated Davis to replace Illinois Congressman Tim Johnson, who had announced in April that he would not seek re-election. In addition to Davis, other finalists for the nomination were Jerry Clarke, chief of staff to fellow U.S. Representative Randy Hultgren and Johnson's former chief of staff; Erika Harold, a lawyer and winner of Miss America in 2003; and Kathy Wassink, a businesswoman.[1] Davis was reportedly coaching his sons' little league baseball game when he was informed that he had been nominated.[2]
Davis narrowly defeated David M. Gill in the election by a margin of 1,002 votes (0.3%)[3]
Committee assignments [edit]
Personal life [edit]
Davis is married and lives in Taylorville, Illinois, with his wife Shannon. They have three children.[1] Davis is active in the community and serves on the Board of Education for St. Mary's Church, where he also serves as Athletic Director.[4]
References [edit]
- ^ a b c Petty, Allison (May 19, 2012). "GOP picks Rodney Davis to face Gill". Bloomington Pantagraph.
- ^ "GOP chooses Davis for US Rep. Tim Johnson's seat". Associated Press. May 19, 2012.
- ^ http://www.elections.il.gov/electioninformation/VoteTotalsList.aspx?ElectionType=GE&ElectionID=33&SearchType=OfficeSearch&OfficeID=6034&QueryType=Office&
- ^ http://www.st-maryschool.com/boe.html
External links [edit]
- Congressman Rodney Davis page at the House of Representatives website
- Rodney Davis for Congress campaign site
- Biography at the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
- Biography, voting record, and interest group ratings at Project Vote Smart
- Profile at Ballotpedia
- Financial information (federal office) at the Federal Election Commission
- Financial information (federal office) at OpenSecrets.org
- Financial information (state office) at the National Institute for Money in State Politics
- Issue positions and quotes at On the Issues
- Voting record at The Washington Post
- Appearances on C-SPAN programs
| United States House of Representatives | ||
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| Preceded by Judy Biggert |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 13th congressional district 2013–Present |
Succeeded by Incumbent |
| United States order of precedence | ||
| Preceded by Steve Daines R-Montana |
United States Representatives by seniority 378th |
Succeeded by John Delaney D-Maryland |
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