Diana Dierks | |
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Member of the KansasHouseofRepresentatives from the 71st district | |
In office January 14, 2013 –January 11, 2021 | |
Preceded by | Charles Roth |
Succeeded by | Steven Howe |
Personal details | |
Born | Sacramento,California,U.S. | January 13,1944
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Heinz Dierks |
Children | 4 |
Residence | Salina,Kansas |
Alma mater | Butler Community College |
Profession | Broker |
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