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Brett Geymann

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Brett Geymann
Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives
from the 35th district
Assumed office
January 19, 2021
Preceded byStephen Dwight
Personal details
Political partyRepublican
EducationMcNeese State University (BS)

Brett F. Geymann is an American politician serving as a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 35th district.

Political career

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Geymann first served in the Louisiana House from 2004 to 2016, after which he was term-limited.[1] He returned to office in 2021 after the resignation of Stephen Dwight.[2]

Legislative Actions

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Geymann has introduced measures to reform state budget practices and addressing local issues such as escaped crawfish from cultivation ponds. His legislative record includes strong stances on abortion, education, and business-related policies.[3]

Other bills supported by Geymann focus on fiscal responsibility, conservative policies, wildlife management and state budget practices.[4][5]

Political positions

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Geymann has been a vocal opponent of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.[6]

Election history

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Geymann's political career includes a failed bid for Louisiana's 3rd congressional district in 2016[7] and an unsuccessful attempt for a state Senate seat in 2019.[8] Geymann currently serves in the Louisiana House of Representatives.[9]

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References

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  1. ^ Kamvouris, Joanna (2021-01-19). "Louisiana House District 35 special elections cancelled, Rep Brett Geymann to be Sworn In". Lobby Comply. Archived from the original on 2024-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
  2. ^ "Brett Geymann elected to Louisiana state House after special election is canceled". Ballotpedia News. 2021-01-14. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
  3. ^ Kaplan, Esther. "Behind the wave of state abortion bans, there are a lot of men". Business Insider. Archived from the original on 2023-05-19. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
  4. ^ Skree, Elizabeth (2014-05-05). "Bill to Protect Louisiana's Coastal Fund Passes House". Environmental Defense Fund. Archived from the original on 2024-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
  5. ^ Finn, James (2023-06-07). "What to know about Louisiana's budget before the last day of the legislative session". NOLA. Archived from the original on 2024-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
  6. ^ Bridges, Tyler (2023-05-18). "The return of a Fiscal Hawk: Brett Geymann is back in the House and wants to cut spending". NOLA. Archived from the original on 2024-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
  7. ^ Hilburn, Greg. "Republican Brett Geymann will run for 3rd District seat". The News Star. Archived from the original on 2024-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
  8. ^ "Former State Rep. Brett Geymann announces bid for Senate District 30". KALB. 2019-06-26. Archived from the original on 2024-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
  9. ^ "Brett Geymann's Profile". Ballotpedia. Ballotpedia. Archived from the original on 2024-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-16.