Dan Claitor

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Dan Claitor
Louisiana State Senate District 16
Incumbent
Assumed office 2009
Current term ends 2012
Political party	Republican
Profession	Businessman
Website	Senate website

Dan Claitor is a Republican member of the Louisiana Senate, representing District 16.

Education

Claitor earned his BA in Finance from Louisiana State University. He went on to receive his JD from Loyola University.

Professional experience

Claitor has worked as a Publisher, Prosecutor for Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office, Legal Counselor, and Manager of the family business.

Political experience

Claitor joined the Louisiana State Senate in 2009. He has served in that position since, representing the 16th district.

Committee membership

• Judiciary C Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Local & Municipal Affairs Committee, Louisiana Senate
• Retirement Committee, Louisiana Senate

Personal life

Claitor and his wife, Sharmaine, have two children.

External links

• Official Louisiana State Senate website
• Project Vote Smart biography

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