Mel Gillis Explained

Mel Gillis
State House:Alaska
District:25th
Term Start:December 2, 2019
Term End:January 18, 2021
Birth Name:Bias Melvin Gillis
Birth Date:2 August 1943
Birth Place:Kilgore, Texas, U.S.
Residence:Anchorage, Alaska, U.S.

Bias Melvin Gillis is a former Republican member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 25th district which covers neighborhoods in southeast Anchorage. He was appointed in 2019, replacing Josh Revak who was appointed to the Alaska Senate.[1]

Gillis grew up in Texas, moved to Alaska in 1965, and worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He later joined the National Guard and worked in the construction industry.[2] He then became a hunting guide before applying for the vacate house seat.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Republicans confirm hunting guide Mel Gillis to vacant Alaska House seat. December 2, 2019. Anchorage Daily News.
  2. Web site: Mel Gillis is the newest representative for District 25. Suzanne. Downing. December 3, 2019. mustreadalaska.com.