Mike Cierpiot
Mike Cierpiot | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Missouri House of Representatives from the 30th district | |
| Assumed office 2013 | |
| Member of the Missouri House of Representatives from the 56th district | |
| In office 2011–2013 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 14, 1953 Kansas City, Missouri |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Connie J. Cierpiot |
| Children | Patrick and Lucas Cierpiot |
| Alma mater | University of Missouri–Kansas City |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Network Engineer |
Mike Cierpiot (born January 14, 1953) is a Republican member of the Missouri House of Representatives.[1] He represents the 30th District, which encompasses a part of Jackson County. Cierpiot currently serves as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader in the Missouri House.[2]
Personal life
Cierpiot was born January 14, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri.[3] He was educated at Longview Community College and the University of Missouri–Kansas City.[4] He is married to Connie J. Cierpiot, who also served in the Missouri House of Representatives,[5] and they have two sons, Patrick and Lucas, and two grandchildren, Ellie and Louis.[6]
In addition to his career as a legislator, Cierpiot was once a network engineer for AT&T.[7]
Cierpiot and his family attend First Church of the Nazarene, in Blue Springs.
Political career
Cierpiot has served in the Missouri House of Representatives since 2011.[8] From 2011 to 2013, he represented District 56. As of 2013, he represents District 30. Before becoming a representative, he was a committee member of the Jackson County Republican Party from 1993 to 2003.[9] Cierpiot currently intends to run unopposed in the 2014 election.[10] Due to Missouri's term limits, Cierpiot term as a state representative must end in 2018.[11]
In November after the 2012 election Cierpiot was selected by House Republicans as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader.[12]
2012 election
In 2012, Cierpiot was unopposed in the Republican primary, and defeated Shere Alam (D) in the general election for Missouri's 30th district.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Mike Cierpiot | 11,335 | 60.8% | Winner | |
| Democratic | Shere Alam | 7,306 | 39.2% | ||
Legislative assignments
In addition to his position as Assistant Majority Floor Leader, Mike Cierpiot is an ex officio member of all committees of the House, as well as a member of the following committees:[14]
- Elementary And Secondary Education
- Leadership For Missouri Issue Development (vice chair)
- Utilities (communications, energy, environmental and transportation)[15]
- Issue Development Standing Committee On Cowboy Caucus On Agricultural Issues
- Missouri Sportsman Issue Development
- Joint Committee on Missouri's Promise
- Oral Health Issue Development
Political views
Cierpiot describes himself as a conservative, and favors reducing government restrictions on business. He has expressed support for the use of tax incentives in an attempt to attract business to Missouri.[16] He has expressed concern that western cities in Missouri are losing jobs to Kansas.[17]
On September 12, 2012, Cierpiot voted to overturn Governor Jay Nixon's veto of SB749. The bill allowed health insurance providers to refuse to provide coverage for contraception based on moral convictions.[18]
In 2012, Cierpiot endorsed the Missouri Public Prayer Amendment, which was approved by Missouri voters on August 7, 2012.[19]
In 2014, Cierpiot has voted in favor of reducing income taxes on individuals in Missouri,[20] and against the use of red light cameras in the state.[21]
Cierpiot has received a 92% rating from the National Rifle Association, a 82% rating from the American Conservative Union.,[22] and a 96% rating from the Missouri Chamber of Commerce, one of the highest in the Missouri House of Representatives.[23]
References
- ^ "Mike Cierpiot". The Kansas City Star. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ "Representative Mike Cierpiot". Missouri House of Reps. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ "Mike Cierpiot". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ "Rep. Mike Cierpiot (R-MO 30th District)". Catholic Diocese of Wilmington. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ Representative Mike Cierpiot
- ^ "A RESOLUTION congratulating Mike Cierpiot on his election to the Missouri General Assembly". Jackson County Legislature. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
- ^ "Representative Mike Cierpiot Biography". Missouri House of Reps. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ "Representative Mike Cierpiot". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ "Representative Mike Cierpiot's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ Helling, Dave. "Schweich faces no Democratic opposition in 2014 election". The Kansas City Star. Retrieved 12 April 2014.
- ^ "Rep. Mike Cierpiot: R-Jackson County (30)". Missouri Digital News. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
- ^ Pulley, Russ. "Cierpiot elected to House leadership". Lee's Summit Journal. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ Kander, Jason. "Nov 6, 2012 General Election". Missouri Secretary of State. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ "Mike Cierpiot". Openstates.org. Retrieved 21 April 2013.
- ^ "Missouri House of Representatives". Description of House Committees. Retrieved 10 May 2013.
- ^ Pulley, Russ. "Forum features House hopefuls". Lee's Summit Journal. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
- ^ Fox, Jeff. "Cierpiot elected to House leadership role". The Examiner. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
- ^ "Missouri Lawmaker's Decide Your Boss Can Make Your Healthcare Decisions". Pro Choice Missouri. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
- ^ "The Missouri Prayer Amendment". Prayeramendment.org. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
- ^ "HB 1295 - Reduces Income Tax Rates - Key Vote". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 12 April 2014.
- ^ "HB 1557 - Authorizes the Use of Red Light Cameras - Key Vote". Project Vote Smart.
- ^ "Representative Mike Cierpiot; Recent Interest Group Ratings". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
- ^ "Rating Group: Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry 2013 Positions". Project Vote Smart.