Jim Wheeler
Jim Wheeler | |
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Minority Leader of the Nevada Assembly | |
In office February 6, 2017 – June 4, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Irene Bustamante Adams |
Succeeded by | Robin L. Titus |
Member of the Nevada Assembly from the 39th district | |
Assumed office February 4, 2013 | |
Preceded by | Kelly Kite |
Personal details | |
Born | Floyd James Wheeler November 8, 1953 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Children | 3 |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1975–1977 |
Floyd James Wheeler (born November 8, 1953) is an American businessman and politician from the state of Nevada. A member of the Republican Party, Wheeler is a member of the Nevada Assembly, representing the 39th district.
Wheeler was the Chief Executive Officer of Powerdyne Automotive Products. He first ran for the Nevada Assembly in 2010, seeking to replace James Settelmeyer, who was not running for reelection.[1] He was first elected in 2012, defeating Kelly Kite.[2]
Wheeler told constituents that he would vote to reinstitute slavery if his constituents wanted him to.[3] An ethics complaint was filed against Wheeler, stating that he does not live in the 39th district.[4] Another complaint was filed against Wheeler for failing to disclose a lien.[2]
References
- ^ "Jim Wheeler to seek Settelmeyer's seat". Nevada Appeal. January 23, 2010. Retrieved October 30, 2013.
- ^ a b Ryan, Cy (September 30, 2013). "Complaint filed against freshman state assemblyman for failure to disclose lien". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved October 29, 2013.
- ^ Doughman, Andrew (October 28, 2013). "Nevada lawmaker says he'd vote for slavery if his constituents wanted him to". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved October 29, 2013.
- ^ "On Your Side: Nevada lawmaker questioned about residency issue". My News 4. October 8, 2013. Archived from the original on November 1, 2013. Retrieved October 29, 2013.