Steve Unger Explained

Steve Unger
Party:Republican Party
Rank:Captain
Residence:Springdale, Arkansas, U.S.
State House:Arkansas
District:19th
Spouse:Lynette Unger
Alma Mater:University of Arkansas
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Marine Corps Command and Staff College
Birth Place:Springdale, Arkansas, U.S.
Predecessor:Justin Gonzales
Term Start:January 9, 2023

Steve Unger is an American politician and former military officer who has served as a Republican member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from the 19th district since 2023. He previously served 32 years in the Navy, reaching the rank of captain.

Biography

Unger was born and raised in Springdale in northwestern Arkansas. He received a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Arkansas in 1981, a Master of Divinity degree from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1990, and a master's degree in military science from the Marine Corps Command and Staff College in 2002.[1]

After 32 years of active-duty military service with the Navy, Unger retired with the rank of captain.[2] In 2022, Unger won election to the Arkansas House of Representatives to represent the 19th district.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Steven Unger (Arkansas) . February 10, 2024 . Ballotpedia.
  2. Web site: Steve Unger . February 10, 2024 . Arkansas House of Representatives.