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Randy Fischer
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| Randy Fischer | ||
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| Colorado House of Representatives District 53 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2007-Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 12, 2013 | ||
| Years in position | 5 | |
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $30,000/year | |
| Per diem | $45/day in Denver area, $99/day outside | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | 2006 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | Four consecutive terms | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | Colorado State University | |
| Master's | Colorado State University | |
| Personal | ||
| Place of birth | Fort Collins, CO | |
| Profession | Engineering Consultant | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Personal website | ||
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Fischer is a member of the Colorado State University College of Natural Resources Alumni Board, Legacy Land Trust Board, Pine Ridge Natural Area, and Outdoor Education Program, Poudre School District.[1]
Issues
Fischer did not provide answers to the Colorado State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected.[2]
Sponsored legislation
Fischer's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 09-1273 - Health Care For Colorado
- HB 09-1326 - Integrity Of Citizen-Initiated Petitions
- HB 09-1342 - Eliminate Cigarette Sales Tax Exemption
For details and a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Fischer has been appointed to these committees:
- Agriculture, Livestock, & Natural Resources Committee, Colorado House of Representatives
- Transportation Committee, Colorado House of Representatives
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Fischer served on these committees:
- Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Agriculture, Livestock, & Natural Resources Committee (Vice Chair)
- Transportation
- Transportation & Energy Committee
Elections
2012
Fischer is running for re-election in the 2012 election for Colorado House of Representatives District 53. He is running unopposed in the June 26, 2012, Democratic primary. The general election takes place on November 6, 2012.[3]
2010
Fischer ran for re-election to the 53rd District seat in 2010. He had no opposition in the August 10 primary. He defeated Dane Brandt (R) in the November 2 general election.
| Colorado House of Representatives, District 53 General election (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Randy Fischer (D)
| 13,978 | |||
| Dane Brandt (R) | 9,540 | |||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Fischer won re-election to the 53rd District seat in the Colorado House of Representatives, defeating opponent Donna Gallup (R).[4]
Fischer raised $70,046 for his campaign, while Gallup raised $10,561.[5]
| Colorado State House, District 53 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Randy Fischer (D)
| 21,949 | |||
| Donna Gallup (R) | 12,664 | |||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Fischer raised $54,013 in contributions. [6]
His four largest contributors were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Colorado State Conference Of Electrical Workers Small Donor Cmte | $4,250 |
| Colorado Professional Fire Fighters | $4,000 |
| Service Employees International Local 105 | $2,000 |
| American Federation Of State County & Municipal Employees | $1,500 |
2008
Below are Fischer's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[7]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| Food & Commercial Workers Local 7 | $4,250 |
| Poudre Education Assoc | $4,250 |
| Randolph C Fischer | $4,000 |
| CO Professional Fire Fighters | $4,000 |
| CO Democratic Party House Majority Project | $1,700 |
Recent news
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External links
- Randy Fischer's personal website
- Colorado House of Representatives - Rep. Randy Fischer
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart bio
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008
- Randy Fischer on Facebook
- Randy Fischer on MySpace
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