Betsy Close
Betsy Close | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Oregon Senate from the 8th district | |
| Assumed office 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Frank Morse |
| Member of the Oregon House of Representatives from the 36th (through 2002), then 15th district | |
| In office 1999–2004 | |
| Preceded by | Carolyn Oakley (before redistricting) |
| Succeeded by | Andy Olson (after redistricting) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 4 May 1950 Shelton, Washington |
| Political party | Republican |
| Website | Senate website |
Betsy L. Close (b. May 4, 1950) is a Republican politician currently serving in the Oregon State Senate.[1] Close was sworn into office in October 2012, replacing Frank Morse, who retired before his term ended.[1][2] Prior to serving as Senator, Close served four terms as state representative and taught in Albany, Oregon, and Washington state.[1]
In October 2013 she announced she would run for a full term.[3] In the November 2014 election, Close was defeated by Democrat Sara Gelser.[4]
References
- ^ a b c "Betsy Close sworn in as Oregon's newest state senator". The Oregonian. Portland, Oregon. October 26, 2012. Retrieved January 15, 2013.
- ^ Cole, Michelle (October 10, 2012). "Former Oregon Rep. Betsy Close chosen for vacant Senate seat". The Oregonian. Retrieved January 15, 2013.
- ^ http://oregoncatalyst.com/25251-sen-betsy-close-run-senate-seat.html
- ^ Mapes, Jeff (December 23, 2014). "Democrats Chuck Riley, Sara Gelser look to change politics in Oregon Senate". The Oregonian. Retrieved December 29, 2014.