Dan W. Brown
Dan W. Brown | |
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| Member of the Missouri Senate from the 16th district | |
| In office 2011 – 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Frank Barnitz |
| Succeeded by | Justin Brown |
| Member of the Missouri House of Representatives from the 149th district | |
| In office 2008 – 2010 | |
| Preceded by | Bob May |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 22, 1950 Solo, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | May 11, 2021 (aged 70) Rolla, Missouri, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Kathy |
| Children | 2 |
| Profession | Doctor of Veterinary medicine |
Dan Wayne Brown[1] (December 22, 1950 – May 11, 2021) was an American politician who served as a member of the Missouri Senate, representing the 16th district from 2011 to 2019. He also served in the Missouri House of Representatives from 2008 to 2010, representing the 149th district.[2]
Personal history
[edit]Dan Brown was born in Solo, Missouri, and was a graduate of Houston High School in Houston, Missouri. Brown received a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture and a Doctorate of Veterinary medicine from the University of Missouri.[3] He was a practicing veterinarian for over 33 years and continued his practice in addition to his legislative duties.[2] He died at the age of 70 on May 11, 2021.[4] [better source needed]
Political history
[edit]Dan Brown first entered statewide politics in 2008 when he defeated Democrat Wayne Bledsoe and Constitution Party candidate Dennis E. Husted to win the District 149 seat.[5]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Dan W. Brown | 9,456 | 60% | Winner | |
| Democratic | Wayne Bledsoe | 6,013 | 38.2% | ||
| Constitution | Dennis E. Husted | 284 | 1.8% | ||
After only one term in the House, Brown chose to run for State Senator in 2010, defeating incumbent Democrat Frank Barnitz to win the 16th district seat.[6]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Dan W. Brown | 31,792 | 58.3% | Winner | |
| Democratic | Frank A. Barnitz | 22,760 | 41.7% | ||
During the 96th General Assembly Senator Brown served on the following committees:
- Agriculture, Food Production, & Outdoor Resources.
- Appropriations.
- Education.
- Vice-chairman, Veterans Affairs, Emerging Issues, Pensions & Urban Affairs.
Organizations
[edit]Senator Brown belonged to the following groups:
- Member, American Veterinary Medical Association.
- Member, Missouri Veterinary Medical Association.
- Missouri Farm Bureau.
- Missouri Farmers Association (MFA).
- Charter member, Paseo Biofuel.
- Charter member, Mid-Missouri Energy.
- Member, National Rifle Association.
- Member, Missouri Republican Party.
References
[edit]- ^ "Dr. Dan W. Brown Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information".
- ^ a b "Missouri House of Representatives". House.mo.gov. 1950-12-22. Archived from the original on 2010-05-28. Retrieved 2011-02-21.
- ^ "Project Vote Smart - Senator Dan W. Brown - Biography". Votesmart.org. 1950-12-22. Retrieved 2011-02-21.
- ^ "district Former State Sen Dan Brown passes away". Archived from the original on 2021-05-12. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
- ^ "November 4, 2008 Missouri General Election Directory of Election Contests and Ballot Measures". Vote-mo.org. Archived from the original on 2010-10-10. Retrieved 2011-02-21.
- ^ "State of Missouri | Specify a Race". www.sos.mo.gov. Archived from the original on 5 October 2012. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
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