Jay McNamar
Jay McNamar | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 12A district | |
| In office January 8, 2013 – January 5, 2015 | |
| Preceded by | redrawn district |
| Succeeded by | Jeff Backer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 12, 1947 |
| Political party | Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party |
| Spouse | Robin |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | Elbow Lake, Minnesota |
| Alma mater | Ellendale Center–University of North Dakota (B.S.) |
| Occupation | legislator |
Jay McNamar (born February 12, 1947) is a Minnesota politician and former member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), he represented District 12A in western Minnesota during the 88th session of the Minnesota legislature.
Education
McNamar graduated from Ada High School in Ada, Minnesota.[1] He attended the Ellendale Center–University of North Dakota, graduating with a B.S.[2]
Minnesota House of Representatives
McNamar was first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2012. He was defeated by Republican Jeff Backer during his campaign for reelection in 2014.[3]
Personal life
McNamar is married to his wife, Robin. They have two children and reside in Elbow Lake, Minnesota, where he served as mayor. He is a retired teacher.[1][2]
References
- ^ a b "Meet Jay". Jay McNamar for State Representative. McNamar for House Campaign. Retrieved April 2, 2013.
- ^ a b "McNamar, Jay". Legislators Past & Present. Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved April 2, 2013.
- ^ "Update: Jeff Backer defeats Jay McNamar in District 12A race". http://www.morrissuntribune.com/.
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External links
- Jay McNamar at Minnesota Legislators Past & Present
- Rep. Jay McNamar official Minnesota House of Representatives website
- Rep. Jay McNamar official campaign website