Jerry Stevenson (politician) explained

Jerry Stevenson
Office:Member of the Utah Senate
Constituency:21st district (2010–2023)
6th district (2023–present)
Term Start:January 25, 2010
Predecessor:Sheldon Killpack
Successor:Incumbent
Nationality:American
Party:Republican
Residence:Layton, Utah
Alma Mater:Utah State University

Jerry W. Stevenson[1] is an American politician and a Republican member of the Utah State Senate representing District 6 since 2023. Prior to redistricting he represented District 21 following his January 25, 2010 appointment to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Sheldon Killpack. Stevenson was mayor of Layton from 1994 until 2006.

Early life, education, and career

Stevenson attended Utah State University.[2] He has worked as a Weber State University Trustee, the Wasatch Integrated Energy Chair, doing Military Installation, and as the UTA Rail Committee Chair. His primary profession is as a private business owner. Stevenson is married and has children and grandchildren.[3]

Background

Political career

Senator Stevenson was appointed to his Senate seat on January 25, 2010. Stevenson is serving as a Senator for the Utah Senate.

In 2016, Stevenson served on the following committees:[4]

Senator Stevenson's current committees are:[5]

Elections

Source:[6]

Legislation

2016 sponsored bills

Bill Number Bill Title Bill Status
S.B. 8 State Agency and Higher Education Compensation Appropriations Governor Signed 3/17/2016
S.B. 114 Municipal Utilities Amendments Senate/To Governor 3/18/2016
S.B. 217 Alcoholic Beverage Control Act Licensing Amendments Governor Signed 3/18/2016
S.B. 250 Alcoholic Beverage Policy Amendments Governor Signed 3/18/2016
S.B. 259 Amendments Related to Alcoholic Beverages Senate/Filed for bills not passed 3/10/2016
S.C.R 8 Concurrent Resolution Approving the Test and Training Range Land Exchange Governor Signed 3/10/2016
S.C.R 16 Concurrent Resolution on Utah's Vision for Enduring Contribution to the Common Defense Governor Signed 3/18/2016

Notable legislation

During the 2016 legislative session Senator Stevenson sponsored and was the floor sponsor for many bills dealing with alcohol laws in Utah. His Senate Bill 250 regulates and clarifies the procedure to sell alcohol through drive up windows.[7]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Jerry Stevenson's Biography . . February 7, 2014.
  2. Web site: Jerry Stevenson . Utah State Senate . April 15, 2014 .
  3. Web site: Jerry Stevenson Twitter . April 15, 2014 .
  4. Web site: District 21 Senator - Utah State Senate. senate.utah.gov. 2016-04-01.
  5. Web site: District 21 Senator - Utah State Senate. senate.utah.gov. 2022-10-07.
  6. Web site: Jerry Stevenson - Ballotpedia. ballotpedia.org. 2022-10-17.
  7. Web site: Senate passes bill clarifying drive-thru alcohol sales. Romboy. Dennis. DeseretNews.com. 2016-03-31.