Douglas B. Roberts Explained

Douglas B. Roberts
Office:Treasurer of Michigan
Term Start:2001
Term End:2002
Governor:John Engler
Predecessor:Mark Murray
Successor:Jay B. Rising
Term Start2:1991
Term End2:November 20, 1998
Governor2:John Engler
Predecessor2:Robert A. Bowman
Successor2:Mark Murray
Birth Date:9 October 1947
Birth Place:Washington, D.C.
Alma Mater:University of Maryland
Michigan State University

Douglas B. Roberts (born October 9, 1947) served as the Treasurer of Michigan.

Early life

Roberts was born on October 9, 1947, in Washington, D.C.[1]

Education

Roberts graduated from the University of Maryland with honors, studying economics. Roberts then earned his master's and doctorate degrees in the same subject from Michigan State University.[1]

Career

Roberts became the chief aide to the Michigan House Taxation Committee in 1972. He later served as Director of the Michigan Senate Fiscal Agency. Roberts was appointed to the position of Michigan State Treasurer in January 1991.[1] He served in this capacity until November 20, 1998, when he resigned. Chief deputy state treasurer Madhu Anderson became acting State Treasurer in his place. Roberts later served as Michigan State Treasurer from 2001 to 2002.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Journal of Senate - Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, November 10, 1998. . May 1, 2020.
  2. Web site: Former Officials of Michigan. . May 1, 2020.