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Linda Lopez, Arizona Senator
| Linda Lopez | ||
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| Arizona State Senate District 29 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2009-Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 10, 2013 | ||
| Years in position | 3 | |
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $24,000/year | |
| Per diem | $35/day for the first 120 days of regular session and for special sessions and $10/day thereafter. | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | 2008 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | Four consecutive terms | |
| Prior offices | ||
| Arizona State House of Representatives | ||
| 2001-2008 | ||
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | University of Arizona | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | September 10, 1948 | |
| Place of birth | Logansport, IN | |
| Profession | Community Relations Coordinator | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Personal website | ||
Contents |
Lopez attended the University of California, Berkley, from 1966-1968. Lopez then earned her BA in Women's Studies at the University of Arizona in 1990.
Lopez worked as a Therapeutic Foster Parent at La Hacienda from 1978 to 1988. After earning her degree, she worked as a Clinical Supervisor at La Frontera Center from 1991 to 2003. Shortly thereafter, Lopez worked as a Program Development Coordinator until 2006. In 2006 she became a Community Relations Coordinator for La Frontera Center and has worked there since.
Lopez served as Representative/Assistant Minority Leader in the Arizona State House of Representatives from 2001-2008.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Lopez has been appointed to these committees:
- Banking and Insurance Committee, Arizona Senate
- Education Committee, Arizona Senate
- Education Accountability and Reform Committee, Arizona Senate
- Healthcare and Medical Liability Reform Committee, Arizona Senate
- Public Safety and Human Services Committee, Arizona Senate
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Lopez served on these committees:
- Education Accountability and Reform Committee, Arizona Senate
- Healthcare and Medical Liability Reform Committee, Arizona Senate
- Retirement and Rural Development Committee, Arizona Senate
Elections
2010
- See also: Arizona State Senate elections, 2010
Lopez won re-election to the 29th District seat in 2010. She had no opposition in the November 2 general election.[2]
2008
In 2008 Lopez was elected to the Arizona State Senate, District 29. She was unopposed and finished with 37,248 votes.[3] Lopez raised $25,482 for her campaign fund.
| Arizona State Senate, District 29 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Linda Lopez (D)
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37,248 | |||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Lopez raised $15,094 in contributions. [4]
Her largest contributor was the Arizona Education Association, which donated $1,664 to her campaign.
2008
In 2008 Lopez raised $25,482 in campaign donations. Her top three donors are listed below.[5]
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Linda Lopez for State Representative Fund | $5,464 |
| Arizona Education Association | $1,600 |
| Arizona Association of Realtors | $1,100 |
Recent news
This section displays the most recent stories in a google news search for the term ""Linda + Lopez" + Arizona + Senate"
Linda Lopez News Feed
- Arizona plan to repay ousted immigration foe fails - Fox News
- Not all Arizona leaders are lowlifes (no, seriously) - Arizona Republic
- Senate OKs Brewer's personnel proposal - TriValley Central
- Ariz. Senate approves Brewer personnel proposal - Arizona Daily Star
- Arizona Legislature drops curtain on busy session - Arizona Daily Sun
- Arizona legislature: a look back - TriValley Central
- State Senate Agrees to Give Governor More Power over State Workers - KNAU Arizona Public Radio
- In last-minute drive, lawmakers approve slash to capital gains tax - Inside Tucson Business
- State lawmakers close 2012 legislative session - Verde Independent
- Capitol Quotes: May 4, 2012 - Arizona Capitol Times
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Controversies
Fiesta Bowl scandal
Lopez is one of 29 Arizona legislators (20 Republicans and 9 Democrats) who accepted illegal gifts from the Fiesta Bowl in the form of all-expense paid trips and free football tickets. She ranks second in the amount received, $16,847, over five trips in five years.[6]
Personal
Lopez is single and has three children.
Sponsored Legislation
See Linda Lopez's official website for a list of sponsored legislation.
External links
- Sen. Lopez's personal website
- Senate website
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Linda Lopez
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008 2006 2004
References
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by - |
Arizona State Senate District 29 2009–present |
Succeeded by NA |
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