Ray Peterson
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| Ray Peterson | |
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| Wyoming State Senate District 19 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2005 | |
| Current term ends 2013 | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Businessman |
| Website | Senate website |
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Ray Peterson (b. May 3, 1959) is a Republican member of the Wyoming Senate. He has been a Senator since 2005, representing the 19th district. He was appointed in 2004 and re-elected in 2008.
Education
Peterson attended Northwest College from 1977 to 1978. He went on to attend Brigham Young University from 1981 to 1982.
Professional experience
Peterson has worked as Vice President for Office Shop Incorporated since 1984.
Political experience
Peterson's political career began with his service on the Town Council of Cowley from 1986 to 1992. He then served as County Commissioner for Big Horn County in from 1992 to 2000. In 2002 Peterson ran for the Wyoming State Senate but was defeated. He was then appointed to the Wyoming State Senate in 2005. He has represented the 19th district since.
Committee membership
Personal life
Peterson and his wife Cresta have three children.
External links
- Biography from the Wyoming Legislature
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2002
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