Richard Gentry (Florida politician)

Carol Stoutamire

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(m. 2006)​

Richard Gentry
Official portrait, c. 2024
Member of the FloridaHouseofRepresentatives from the 27th district
Incumbent
Assumed office November 5, 2024
Children	2
Residence(s)	Astor, Florida, U.S.
Alma mater	University of Miami (BA, JD)
Occupation	Politician lawyer lobbyist
Website	voterichardgentry.com

Richard Gentry (born May 1, 1951) ^[1] is an American politician, attorney, and lobbyist who currently serves as a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives representing the 27th district, which includes parts of Lake, Marion, and Volusia County. ^{[2] [3]} He previously served as Public Counsel of Florida. ^[4]

Political career

Swearing in of Florida State Representatives, 2024

Gentry was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2024. ^[5] He was officially sworn into office on November 19, 2024. ^[6]

Personal life

Gentry married his wife Carol Stoutamire in 2006. They live in Lake County, Florida. He has two children and two grandchildren. ^[5]

References

1. "Richard Gentry". Florida House of Representatives . 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2024-12-07.
2. Murty, Jennifer (July 2, 2024). "Gentry seeks District 27 seat in the Florida House". Ocala Gazette. Retrieved December 7, 2024.
3. "Richard Gentry". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2024-12-07.
4. Monroe, Nate. "Former consumer advocate finds friends in big Florida business for campaign". The Florida Times-Union . Retrieved 2024-12-07.
5. Stucky, Phillip (November 5, 2024). "Gentry wins Florida House District 27 race". Spectrum News . Retrieved December 7, 2024.
6. Cooper, Amber Jo (November 19, 2024). "Newly elected Florida lawmakers sworn in, marking start of 2024-2026 legislative term". Florida's Voice. Retrieved December 6, 2024.

Florida House of Representatives
Preceded by Stan McClain	Member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 27th district 2024–present	Incumbent