Troy McKeown explained

Troy McKeown
State Senate:Wyoming
District:24th
Term Start:January 4, 2021
Predecessor:Michael Von Flatern
Birth Place:Cheyenne, Wyoming, U.S.
Party:Republican
Spouse:Catherine McKeown
Children:3
Residence:Gillette, Wyoming, U.S.
Alma Mater:University of Wyoming (BS)
Webster University (MBA)
Profession:Self employed

Troy McKeown is an American politician and a Republican member of the Wyoming Senate, representing District 24 since January 4, 2021.[1]

Career

Troy McKeown graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1987.[2] Before entering politics, McKeown served 27 years in the United States Army as an artillery officer and retired as a lieutenant colonel. He was also a business owner.[3] He is a member of both the Senate Labor, Health & Social Services Committee and the Senate Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs Committee.[2]

Political viewpoints

Troy McKeown advocates for equal access to education for all from kindergarten to 12th grade.[4]

Elections

2020

Troy McKeown won the Republican Primary against former incumbent Michael Von Flatern, winning 63.4% of the vote.[1]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Troy McKeown . Ballotpedia . 31 January 2021.
  2. Web site: Senate District 24: Senator Troy McKeown . Wyoming Legislature . 31 January 2021.
  3. Web site: Goodrick . Jake . McKeown topples Von Flatern to claim state Senate seat . Gillette News Record . 31 January 2021 . August 19, 2020.
  4. Web site: Scarcliff . Stephanie . Von Flatern, McKeown Debate Key Issues at Candidates’ Forum . County 17 . 31 January 2021 . June 23, 2020.