Tom Demmer (born August 3,[1] 1986) is an American politician.
Tom Demmer | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 90th district | |
| In office January 2013 – January 11, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Jerry L. Mitchell |
| Succeeded by | John Cabello (redistricted) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 3, 1986 Dixon, Illinois, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Rebecca |
| Education | University of Dayton (BA) |
| Website | Campaign website |
Demmer was a Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives representing the 90th district from 2013 to 2023. The 90th district, located in northwestern Illinois included parts of Lee County, Ogle County, LaSalle County, and DeKalb County.[2]
Education and career
editDemmer was born and raised in Dixon, Illinois, where he continues to live with his wife.[3] He attended St. Anne School, Newman Central Catholic High School, and the University of Dayton, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications with a minor in political science.[4]
He was a White House intern in the Office of the Vice President in 2006.[5] For a time, Demmer was Director of Innovation & Strategy at KSB Hospital. From 2008 to 2012, he was a member of the Lee County Board.[5]
In 2023, he became Executive Director of the Lee County Industrial Development Association. The Lee County Industrial Development Association is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote, develop, and facilitate industrial, commercial, and business enterprises in Lee County[6]
Illinois House of Representatives
editDemmer was a top Illinois House Republican[7] who served as Deputy Republican Leader from 2018 to 2023.[8] Demmer was the chief budget negotiator for the Illinois House Republicans,[9] and was the caucus leader on Medicaid and healthcare policy issues.[10]
Previously, Demmer was Republican Conference Chairman from January 2017 to July 2018.[11] He was a member of the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules from 2016 to 2023.[12]
Demmer was the Republican Spokesperson[13] on the Special Investigating Committee II in 2020 to investigate the conduct of Michael Madigan, the then-Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, who was later indicted by a federal grand jury on 22 counts of racketeering and bribery in connection with alleged corruption schemes.[14]
Demmer served as an Illinois co-chair for the John Kasich's 2016 presidential campaign.[15]
In the 2022 general election, Demmer ran for Illinois Treasurer. Demmer lost the election to incumbent Mike Frerichs.
Electoral history
edit| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Michael Frerichs (incumbent) | 2,134,658 | 53.8 | |
| Republican | Tom Demmer | 1,744,391 | 44.0 | |
| Libertarian | Preston Nelson | 88,069 | 2.2 | |
| Total votes | 3,967,118 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Tom Demmer (incumbent) | 34,129 | 67.3 | |
| Democratic | Seth Wiggins | 16,589 | 32.7 | |
| Total votes | 50,718 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Tom Demmer (incumbent) | 23,690 | 61.2 | |
| Democratic | Amy Davis | 15,030 | 38.8 | |
| Total votes | 38,720 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Tom Demmer (incumbent) | 40,456 | 100 | |
| Total votes | 40,456 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Tom Demmer (incumbent) | 28,668 | 100 | |
| Total votes | 28,668 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Tom Demmer | 27,442 | 62.1 | |
| Democratic | Thomas Boken, Jr. | 16,724 | 37.9 | |
| Total votes | 44,166 | 100.0 | ||
References
edit- ^ Kapos, Shia (3 August 2023). "Mayor's message to media: Chill". POLITICO.
- ^ Veeneman, Drew (June 20, 2011). "90th House District" (PDF). precinctmaps.com. Archived from the original (PDF) on November 3, 2012. Retrieved December 31, 2012.
- ^ Kappos, Shira (2013-11-14). "Rep. Demmer's marriage proposal a family affair". Crain's Chicago Business. Retrieved 2013-05-21.
- ^ Coleman, Emily (5 March 2012). "Demmer back on campaign trail". Sauk Valley Media.
- ^ a b Miller, David R. (ed.). "Biographies of New House Members" (PDF). First Reading. 26 (2). Illinois General Assembly: 3. Retrieved February 9, 2023.
- ^ Miller, Rich (February 8, 2023). "Afternoon roundup: Demmer named the new executive director of the Lee County Industrial Development Association". Capitol Fax. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
- ^ Hinz, Greg (August 17, 2021). "Top Illinois House Republican moves toward statewide run". Crain's Chicago Business. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
- ^ LinkedUpRadio, Envisionwise Website Service /. "Dixon Rep. Tom Demmer named to Illinois House leadership post". DeWitt Daily News. Retrieved 2020-12-01.
- ^ "Lawmakers burn midnight oil to pass borrowing-heavy state budget". 25 May 2020. Retrieved 2023-08-07.
- ^ "House Deputy Minority Leader Demmer considering statewide 2022 run". Retrieved 2023-08-07.
- ^ "Keith Wheeler out and Tom Demmer in as House Republican Conference Chair". WSPY NEWS. 25 January 2017. Retrieved 2020-12-01.
- ^ "JCAR Member Listing" (PDF). Joint Committee on Administrative Rules. Retrieved 2020-12-01.
- ^ "Illinois General Assembly - House Committee Members". www.ilga.gov. Retrieved 2020-12-01.
- ^ "Former Illinois Speaker of the House Indicted on Federal Racketeering and Bribery Charges in Connection With Alleged Corruption Schemes". 2 March 2022.
- ^ Appleman, Eric M., ed. (December 5, 2015). "Organization of Kasich for America - Staff, Advisors and Supporters". Democracy in Action. Archived from the original on January 26, 2021. Retrieved June 16, 2021.
- ^ "Election Results". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved November 6, 2022.
- ^ a b c d e "Election Results". Illinois State Board of Elections. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
External links
edit- Representative Tom Demmer (R) 90th District at the Illinois General Assembly
- State Representative Tom Demmer constituency site
- Team Demmer for State Representative
- Profile at Vote Smart