Shane Wilkin

Shane Wilkin (born June 9, 1972) is a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing the 91st district since 2018. A Republican, Wilkin's district includes all of Clinton, Highland and Pike counties and portions of Ross county. Prior to serving in the state House, Wilkin served three terms as a Highland County Commissioner.[1] Professionally, he works as a realtor.[2]

Shane Wilkin
Member of the Ohio House of Representatives
from the 91st district
Assumed office
June 7, 2018
Preceded byCliff Rosenberger
Personal details
Born (1972-06-09) June 9, 1972
Hillsboro, Ohio
Political partyRepublican
ResidenceHillsboro, Ohio

In 2018, Wilkin entered the primary to succeed Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives Cliff Rosenberger, but unexpectedly was appointed to Rosenberger's seat after the Speaker resigned following a campaign finance scandal.[3] Wilkin was appointed after winning the Republican primary for the seat, defeating Rosenberger's preferred candidate, Beth Ann Ellis. He easily won the general election.[4]

References
  1. "'Time to try another challenge' as Wilkin sworn in as state rep - Wilmington News Journal". www.wnewsj.com. 2018-06-20. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
  2. "Shane Wilkin announces run for representative - Times Gazette". www.timesgazette.com. 2018-02-07. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
  3. "Highland County's Shane Wilkin wins 91st District seat - Times Gazette". www.timesgazette.com. 2018-11-06. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
  4. "Our Campaigns - OH State House 91 Race - Nov 06, 2018". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
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