H. Gilson Blair (born July 11, 1970) is a former member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing the 63rd district from 2019 through 2020. A Democrat, Blair's district includes approximately half of Trumbull County. Blair formerly was a candidate for the Niles municipal court judge and served as a Warren City prosecutor, as well as eight years as a Weathersfield Township trustee.[1] He is a graduate of the University of Akron.[2]
Gil Blair | |
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| Member of the Ohio House of Representatives from the 63rd district | |
| In office June 5, 2019 – December 31, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Glenn Holmes |
| Succeeded by | Mike Loychik |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 11, 1970 Warren, Ohio |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | Meredith Blair, Gil Blair, Megan Blair |
| Residence | Niles, Ohio |
| Education | John F. Kennedy High School |
| Alma mater | University of Akron (B.A., J.D.) |
In 2019, state Representative Glenn Holmes stepped down from his seat to take a role in the administration of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.[3] Soon after Ohio House Democrats nominated Blair to serve out the remainder of Holmes' term. He was sworn into office on May 31, 2019.
References
edit- ^ "Weathersfield trustee Gil Blair gets House seat | News, Sports, Jobs - Tribune Chronicle". Retrieved 2019-08-05.
- ^ "Gil Blair to replace Glenn Holmes in 63rd House". vindy.com. May 31, 2019. Retrieved 2019-08-05.
- ^ "Trumbull County looking for replacement for Rep. Glenn Holmes". WKBN.com. 2019-05-03. Retrieved 2019-08-05.