Bruce Patterson

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Bruce Patterson has been a Republican member of the Michigan Senate since 2002. Patterson was re-elected to the Michigan Senate in 2006 with his term expiring in 2010. Patterson is term-limited in 2010. Before becoming a Senator, Patterson served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1999 to 2002. When in the Michigan House, Patterson served as the Majority Leader and Speaker Pro Tempore when Republicans had control of the House at that time. Patterson also served on the Wayne County Commission from 1995 to 1998.

Patterson graduated from Wayne State with his Bachelor's degree in 1969 and his Juris Doctor degree in 1972. In addition to being a full-time Senator, Patterson is a practicing Attorney and also is a Mediator/Arbitrator.

Committee Assignments

Patterson serves on these committees:

• Energy Policy and Public Utilities Chairman
• Health Policy
• Judiciary
• Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs^[1].

District 7

Patterson represents Michigan Senate District 7. District 7 includes the West Detroit suburbs of Belleville, Canton, Northville, and Plymouth^[2].

Personal

Bruce is married to Phyllis Patterson. They have three children and reside in Canton, Michigan.

External links

• Official Michigan State Senate website
• Project Vote Smart biography
• Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1998
• Voting record from Michigan Votes

References

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