John Braun
John Eric Braun[1] (born January 16, 1967) is an American politician from Washington. A Republican, Braun serves in the Washington State Senate, representing the 20th district.[2][3] Braun serves as the President of Braun Northwest and as an officer in the US Navy Reserve.[4]
John Braun | |
|---|---|
| Minority Leader of the Washington Senate | |
| Assumed office November 30, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Mark Schoesler |
| Member of the Washington Senate from the 20th district | |
| Assumed office July 23, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Marlo Braun |
| In office January 14, 2013 – July 18, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Dan Swecker |
| Succeeded by | Marlo Braun |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Eric Braun January 16, 1967 Columbus, Ohio, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Marlo Braun |
| Education | University of Washington (BS) University of Michigan (MBA, MS) |
| Website | Official website |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
Early life and education edit
Braun was born on January 16, 1967, in Columbus, Ohio.[5] He grew up in Ohio and attended the University of Washington on a U.S. Naval ROTC scholarship. He graduated in 1989 with a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He then spent seven years on active duty with the United States Navy, and he continues to serve as a Captain in the Navy Reserve. Braun received his Master of Business Administration degree and Master of Science in engineering management from the University of Michigan in 1999.
Career edit
Braun ran in a three-way all-Republican primary in 2012 versus the incumbent state senator Dan Swecker and employment specialist and former substitute teacher Rae Lowery.[6] Braun had a strong showing in the primary with 40.33 percent of the vote compared to Swecker's 46.97 percent.[7] In the General Election, Braun greatly improved on his primary showing; defeating Swecker with 55.43 percent of the vote.[8]
In the Senate, Braun serves as Chair of the Ways and Means Committees.[9]
He held his first floor speech February 15, 2013, and sponsored more than 70 bills as a freshman legislator.[10]
In November 2020, Braun was elected Washington Senate Minority Leader by members of the Republican caucus.[11] Braun has served as the minority leader since the start of the 2021–2022 legislative session.[12]
Awards edit
Personal life edit
As of 2012[update], he lives in Centralia with his wife and four children, while managing the family business.[14]
References edit
- ^ "Ambulance maker had long road back home to Chehalis". The Chronicle (Centralia, WA). 2005-06-27. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
- ^ (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2019-01-11. Retrieved 2012-12-23.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ "Senator John Braun Political Summary - Project Vote Smart". Votesmart.org. 2012-01-01. Retrieved 2012-12-24.
- ^ . The Columbian. Archived from the original on 2013-01-01. Retrieved 2012-12-24.
- ^ "2019-2020 Legislative Manual" (PDF). State of Washington. 2019. Retrieved 2021-12-14.
- ^ "Candidates". Weiapplets.sos.wa.gov. Retrieved 2012-12-24.
- ^ "Legislative District 20 - State Senator". Vote.wa.gov. Retrieved 2012-12-24.
- ^ "Legislative District 20 - State Senator". Vote.wa.gov. Retrieved 2012-12-24.
- ^ "Senators". www.leg.wa.gov. Retrieved 2020-12-04.
- ^ . Archived from the original on 2013-02-27. Retrieved 2013-02-26.
- ^ "WA state Sen. Schoesler steps down as minority leader, Sen. Braun assumes role". MyNorthwest.com. 2020-12-03. Retrieved 2020-12-04.
- ^ cfitzgerald@chronline.com, Celene Fitzgerald /. "Centralia Republican John Braun Elected to Serve as Senate Minority Leader". The Chronicle. Retrieved 2020-12-04.
- ^ "69 Lawmakers Win Main Street's Highest Award". nfib.com. May 12, 2014. Retrieved September 18, 2021.
- ^ "State Senator - Legislative District 20". Vote.wa.gov. Retrieved 2012-12-24.