Phil Richardson Explained

Phil Richardson
Office:Oklahoma State Representative
Leader:Chris Benge
Term Start:2004
Term End:2012
Predecessor:Ron Langmacher
Successor:David Perryman
Constituency:56th House District
Birth Date:August 18, 1942
Birth Place:Oklahoma
Nationality:American
Spouse:Janalee
Party:Republican
Residence:Minco, Oklahoma
Alma Mater:Oklahoma State University
Occupation:Veterinarian, Farmer

Phil Richardson is a Republican politician from the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Richardson served in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.

He was first elected to the seat in 2004. After redistricting following the 2010 federal census, he resigned in 2012.

Early life and career

Richardson grew up in Western Oklahoma, attending Pocasset High School and graduating from Oklahoma State University with a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine.[1] In 1967, he married Janalee; they have three children and 12 grandchildren.

Richardson served in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1970, earning a bronze star and the rank of captain. He is a licensed veterinarian and farmer and serves as a deacon at the Hazel/Dell Baptist Church. Richardson lives with his wife in Minco.

Political career

Richardson represented his district as a conservative lawmaker with a focus on rural and wildlife issues. He consistently supported anti-abortion legislation and has a 100 percent rating from Oklahomans for Life. Richardson also supported gun rights, tax relief and reduced spending.

Richardson has authored a number of bills that have been signed into law, including:

Election history

November 2, 2004, Election results for Oklahoma State Representative for District 56
CandidatesPartyVotes%
Phil RichardsonRepublican Party7,56658%
Jason GlidewellDemocratic Party5,47142%
Source:[3]

References

  1. http://www.votesmart.org/bio.php?can_id=46090 Phil Richardson Complete Bio
  2. Text of Measures, Oklahoma House of Representatives .
  3. http://www.elections.state.ok.us/04result.html 2004 Election Results