James Hageman Explained

James Hageman
Birth Name:James Clay Hageman
Birth Date:2 March 1930
Birth Place:Douglas, Wyoming, U.S.
Death Place:Cheyenne, Wyoming, U.S.
Children:6, including Harriet
Education:University of Wyoming
Party:Republican
Office:Member of the
Wyoming House of Representatives
Term Start:January 11, 1983
Term End:August 23, 2006
Preceded:Don Scott
Succeeded:Matt Teeters
Constituency:Goshen County (1983–1993)
5th district (1993–2006)

James Clay Hageman (March 2, 1930 – August 23, 2006) was an American politician, businessman, and rancher who served as a member of the Wyoming House of Representatives from 1983 until his death in 2006.

Early life and education

Hageman was born in Douglas, Wyoming and graduated from Douglas High School in 1948. He attended the University of Wyoming for two years.[1]

Career

Hageman served in the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany. After returning to Wyoming, Hageman founded a ranch in Fort Laramie, Wyoming. He served as a member of the Wyoming House of Representatives from his election in 1982 until his death in 2006. During his tenure, Hageman served as chair of the House Education Committee for 12 years.[2]

Personal life

Hageman married Marion Malvin on May 19, 1956. They had six children. His daughter, Harriet Hageman, is an attorney and politician[3] [4] who was elected in 2022 to serve as the U.S. representative for Wyoming's at-large congressional district.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: James Hageman - View Obituary & Service Information. 2021-09-15. James Hageman Obituary. en.
  2. Web site: Barron. Joan. Longtime legislator dies. 2021-09-15. Casper Star-Tribune Online. en.
  3. Web site: James Clay "Jim" Hageman Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame. 2021-09-15. Wyoming Cowboy Hall. en.
  4. Web site: Examiner. Emily Brooks, Washington. Harriet Hageman, former adviser to Liz Cheney, launches campaign against her. 2021-09-15. Denver Gazette. en.