Alex Garza
Alex Avery Garza[1] (born c. 1994)[2] is a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives.
Alex Garza | |
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| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 12th district | |
| Assumed office January 9, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Erika Geiss |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 13, 1994 Detroit, MI USA |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Taylor, Michigan |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan–Dearborn Baker College |
| Website | Alex For Michigan |
Garza had political experience before his current term as State Representative. Garza was elected Taylor City Council Member, being elected in 2013 and 2017 and served as Legislative Aide to Stephanie Chang and Rashida Tlaib. His election in 2013 marked the first time in history a person of color held local office in Taylor, Michigan. As the highest vote-getter, Garza served as Mayor Pro-Tem of the Taylor City Council from 2017 until his inauguration as State Representative in 2019.[3]
References
- "Michigan Committee Statement of Organization". Michigan Secretary of State. Retrieved November 15, 2019.
- "24-year-old city council member Alex Garza one step closer to Lansing after winning District 12 primary". The News-Herald. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
- "Alex Garza". housedems.com. House Dems. Retrieved November 4, 2019.
External links
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by Erika Geiss |
Michigan Representatives 12th District 2019–present |
Succeeded by Incumbent |
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