Richard D. Arnold | |
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Member of the IowaHouseofRepresentatives from the 72nd district | |
In office 2003–2013 | |
Preceded by | Janet Petersen |
Succeeded by | Dean Fisher |
Member of the IowaHouseofRepresentatives from the 91st district | |
In office January 9,1995 –2003 | |
Preceded by | Jack Beaman |
Succeeded by | Dave Heaton |
Personal details | |
Born | Russell,Iowa,U.S. | February 9,1945
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Cheryl |
Residence(s) | Russell,Iowa |
Alma mater | University of Iowa |
Occupation | State Representative |
Website | www3 |
Richard D. Arnold (born February 9,1945) is an Iowa State Representative from the 72nd District. He was first elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in 1994. [1]
Arnold was raised in Russell,Iowa. He obtained his degree in Animal Science from Iowa State University. [2]
Arnold has served on several committees in the Iowa House - the Local Government committee;the Natural Resources committee;and the Transportation committee. His prior political experience includes serving on the Lucas County Board of Supervisors from 1987 to 1994 and also on the Russell City Council. [2]
Arnold was re-elected in 2006 with 6,117 votes (60%),defeating Democratic opponent Buzz Malone. [3]
He is also a farmer and co-owner of Arnold Farm and Trucking. [2]
He is an active member of the following organizations:
Arnold is married to his wife Cheryl and together they have five children and eight grandchildren. [2]
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