Troy McKeown is an American politician and a Republican member of the Wyoming Senate, representing District 24 since January 4, 2021.[1]
Troy McKeown | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wyoming Senate from the 24th district | |
| Assumed office January 4, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Michael Von Flatern |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Cheyenne, Wyoming, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Catherine McKeown |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence(s) | Gillette, Wyoming, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Wyoming (BS) Webster University (MBA) |
| Profession | Self employed |
Career
editTroy McKeown graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1987.[2] Before entering politics, McKeown served 27 years in the United States Army as an artillery officer and retired as a lieutenant colonel. He was also a business owner.[3] He is a member of both the Senate Labor, Health & Social Services Committee and the Senate Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs Committee.[2]
Political viewpoints
editTroy McKeown advocates for equal access to education for all from kindergarten to 12th grade.[4]
Elections
edit2020
editTroy McKeown won the Republican Primary against former incumbent Michael Von Flatern, winning 63.4% of the vote.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b "Troy McKeown". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 31 January 2021.
- ^ a b "Senate District 24: Senator Troy McKeown". Wyoming Legislature. Retrieved 31 January 2021.
- ^ Goodrick, Jake (August 19, 2020). "McKeown topples Von Flatern to claim state Senate seat". Gillette News Record. Retrieved 31 January 2021.
- ^ Scarcliff, Stephanie (June 23, 2020). "Von Flatern, McKeown Debate Key Issues at Candidates' Forum". County 17. Retrieved 31 January 2021.