Ben Nevers

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Ben Nevers
Louisiana State Senate District 12
Incumbent
Assumed office 2003
Current term ends 2010
Political party	Democratic
Profession	Business Owner
Website	Senate website

Ben Nevers is a Democratic member of the Louisiana Senate, representing District 12.

Education

Nevers attended Louisiana Technical College.

Professional experience

Nevers served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1971. He is currently owner of Nevers Electrical Contracting Company and Country Stop Marine. He is also co-owner for Louisiana Fiberglass, Limited Liability Company.

Political experience

Nevers served in the Louisiana State House of Representatives from 1999 to 2003. He joined the Louisiana State Senate in 2003. He has served in that position since, representing the 12th district.

Committee membership

• Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Education Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Health & Welfare Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Retirement Committee, Louisiana Senate

Personal life

Nevers and his wife, Barbara Williams, have three children.

External links

• Official Louisiana State Senate website
• Project Vote Smart biography
• Campaign Contributions: 2009, 2007, 2005, 2003, 1999

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