Rich Arnold
Richard D. Arnold | |
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| Member of the Iowa House of Representatives from the 72nd district 91st (1995-2003) | |
| Assumed office January 9, 1995 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 9, 1945 Russell, Iowa |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Cheryl |
| Residence | Russell, Iowa |
| Alma mater | University of Iowa |
| Occupation | State Representative |
| Website | www3 |
Richard D. Arnold (born February 9, 1945) is an Iowa State Representative from the 72nd District. He was first elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in 1994.[1]
Early life and education[edit]
Arnold was raised in Russell, Iowa. He obtained his degree in Animal Science from Iowa State University.[2]
Career[edit]
Politics[edit]
Arnold has served on several committees in the Iowa House - the Local Government committee; the Natural Resources committee; and the Transportation committee. His prior political experience includes serving on the Lucas County Board of Supervisors from 1987 to 1994 and also on the Russell City Council.[2]
Arnold was re-elected in 2006 with 6,117 votes (60%), defeating Democratic opponent Buzz Malone.[3]
Farming[edit]
He is also a farmer and co-owner of Arnold Farm and Trucking.[2]
Organizations[edit]
He is an active member of the following organizations:
Family[edit]
Arnold is married to his wife Cheryl and together they have five children and eight grandchildren.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ "Rich Arnold - Biography". Iowa House of Representatives. Archived from the original on 19 October 2011. Retrieved 14 November 2012.
- ^ a b c d e "Arnold announces reelection bid". Journal Express. 19 January 2010. Retrieved 13 November 2013.
- ^ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on December 14, 2006. Retrieved December 14, 2006.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
External links[edit]
- Representative Rich Arnold official Iowa General Assembly site
- Profile at Iowa House Republicans
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