Sandy Newsome Explained

Sandy Newsome
State House:Wyoming
District:24th
Term Start:January 8, 2019
Predecessor:Scott Court
Birth Place:Sterling, Colorado, U.S.
Party:Republican
Spouse:Bob
Children:1
Residence:Cody, Wyoming, U.S.
Alma Mater:Colorado State University
Profession:Businesswoman

Sandy Newsome is a Republican member of the Wyoming House of Representatives representing District 24 since January 8, 2019.[1] Prior to her election, Newsome was a member of the Wyoming Board of Tourism from 2011 until 2017.[2]

Elections

2016

After incumbent Republican Representative Sam Krone was charged with embezzlement, Newsome ran for the District 24 seat as an independent, having missed the filing deadline. She placed third in the general election, behind Republican nominee and Representative-elect Scott Court and Democratic nominee Paul Fees.[3]

2018

When incumbent Republican Representative Scott Court declined to run for reelection, Newsome ran as a Republican, and won the primary with 60% of the vote. She defeated Democrat Paul Fees with 72% of the vote.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Representative Sandy Newsome. www.wyoleg.gov. 2019-05-18.
  2. Web site: Cody businesswoman again running for Legislature. Powell Tribune. May 24, 2019.
  3. Web site: Sandy Newsome. Ballotpedia. May 24, 2019.
  4. Web site: Statewide House Candidates Official Summary Wyoming General Election - November 6, 2018. Wyoming Secretary of State. January 7, 2019.