Douglas Gutwein Explained

Douglas Gutwein
State House:Indiana
State:Indiana
District:16th
Term Start:2008
Term End:2022
Preceded:Eric Gutwein
Succeeded:Kendell Culp
Party:Republican
Birth Place:Francesville, Indiana
Occupation:Politician
Spouse:Mary

Douglas L. Gutwein is a Republican member of the Indiana House of Representatives, representing the 16th District since 2008. He has supported "right-to-work" legislation in Indiana.[1] He retired in 2022.

Early life

Gutwein was born in Francesville, Indiana. After graduating from high school, Gutwein served in the US Army for 3 years. During his 3 years he was stationed in Frankfort, Germany and Vietnam. After his service, Gutwein decided to become a city mail carrier in Valparaiso and California.[2]

1979

In 1979 Gutwein returned to Francesville to run his brother's company. Gutwein, several years later, bought out his brother's company.

1992

In 1992 Gutwein was voted president of the town board. The board's main focuses and accomplishments consisted of reformation of zoning laws, a sewer system, an expansion of the public library and increased funding through the Build Indiana program. With the extra money, the board was able to expand not only the size of the town hall but also the police department, the water and sewer department, and the fire department.

Organizations

Gutwein is a member of the American Legion.

Personal life

Gutwein and his wife Mary Lew have been married for 33 years. Together the two have two children and three grandchildren.

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Notes and References

  1. News: Davies. Tom. Union protests at Ind. Statehouse on GOP proposals. https://archive.today/20130118213115/http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9LDHDS01.htm. dead. January 18, 2013. Bloomberg Businessweek. February 15, 2011.
  2. Web site: About Me. Indiana House of Representatives Republican Caucus. 11 September 2012.