Tom White
Tom White (b. 1956) is a former member of the Nebraska Unicameral, representing District 8 from 2007 to 2011. He also served as an Executive Board Member until 2011.
Biography
White earned his B.A. in history and philosophy from Regis University in 1979 and his J.D. from Creighton School of Law in 1983. His professional experience includes working as a truck driver, painter, construction worker, and as a partner attorney of White, Wulff and Jorgensen.[1]
Committees
White served on three legislative committees:
Issues
Voting
White voted in favor in Nebraska Legislative Bill 39, to restrict initiative rights in Nebraska.[2]
Elections
2010
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2010
White did not seek re-election to the Senate in 2010 in order to run for U.S. Congress.[3]
2006
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2006
On November 7, 2006, White won election to the 8th District Seat in the Nebraska Senate, defeating Marc Kraft.[4]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 8 (2006) | |
|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes |
 Tom White
|
4,820 |
| Marc Kraft | 4,429 |
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Personal
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White and his wife, Barbara, have two children. White was involved with a number of organizations, including 4-H, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Field Club of Omaha Board of Directors, Nebraska Horse Council and the Saint Cecilia's Cathedral Parish.[1]
Recent news
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External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Project Vote Smart, "Biography of Sen. Tom White," accessed November 18, 2014
- ↑ Nebraska State Legislature, "LB39 - Provide restrictions relating to petition circulation and change campaign reporting provisions," accessed May 13, 2014
- ↑ Journal-Star, "All but 2 incumbent state senators file for re-election," February 16, 2010
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "2006 General Election Results," accessed April 10, 2014
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Patrick Bourne |
Nebraska State Senate District 8 2007–2011 |
Succeeded by Burke Harr |
