Richard Gentry (Florida politician)

Richard Gentry (born May 1, 1951)[1] is an American politician, attorney, and lobbyist who currently serves as a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives representing the 27th district, which includes parts of Lake, Marion, and Volusia County.[2][3] He previously served as Public Counsel of Florida.[4]

Richard Gentry
Official portrait, c. 2024
Member of the Florida House of Representatives
from the 27th district
Assumed office
November 5, 2024
Preceded byStan McClain
Personal details
Born
Richard Gentry

(1951-05-01) May 1, 1951 (age 73)
Daytona Beach, Florida, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse
Carol Stoutamire
(m. 2006)
Children2
Residence(s)Astor, Florida, U.S.
Alma materUniversity of Miami (BA, JD)
Occupation
  • Politician
  • lawyer
  • lobbyist
Websitevoterichardgentry.com

Political career

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Swearing in of Florida State Representatives, 2024

Gentry was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2024.[5] He was officially sworn into office on November 19, 2024.[6]

Personal life

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Gentry married his wife Carol Stoutamire in 2006. They live in Lake County, Florida. He has two children and two grandchildren.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Richard Gentry". myfloridahouse.gov. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2024-12-07.
  2. ^ Murty, Jennifer (July 2, 2024). "Gentry seeks District 27 seat in the Florida House". Ocala Gazette. Retrieved December 7, 2024.
  3. ^ "Richard Gentry". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2024-12-07.
  4. ^ Monroe, Nate. "Former consumer advocate finds friends in big Florida business for campaign". The Florida Times-Union. Retrieved 2024-12-07.
  5. ^ a b Stucky, Phillip (November 5, 2024). "Gentry wins Florida House District 27 race". Spectrum News. Retrieved December 7, 2024.
  6. ^ Cooper, Amber Jo (November 19, 2024). "Newly elected Florida lawmakers sworn in, marking start of 2024-2026 legislative term". Florida's Voice. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
Florida House of Representatives
Preceded by Member of the Florida House of Representatives
from the 27th district

2024–present
Incumbent