Tom Dent

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Tom Dent

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign State House of Reps
Date of Birth January 11, 1950 (Age: 76)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
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Personal Background

Tom Dent has resided in Moses Lake, Washington for over three decades. He has accumulated extensive experience in high-finance, managing institutional risk for nearly a decade before transitioning to public service. Dent holds a firm belief in the importance of education, advocating for increased funding for public schools and reforms to make higher education more accessible. His professional background and policy stances reflect a commitment to economic growth through tax reforms and infrastructure investments, as well as a dedication to environmental sustainability and healthcare accessibility.

Political Ideas

Tom Dent combines traditional economic liberalism with progressive environmental advocacy, advocating for tax reforms to stimulate growth while pushing for aggressive climate action. His legislative record shows a surprising alignment with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a nuanced strategy to balance industrial interests with ecological concerns. Dent's approach to education funding and healthcare access further reveals a commitment to public welfare, albeit with a focus on fiscal responsibility. His evolving stance on climate policy indicates a willingness to adapt ideologically, making his overall strategy both intriguing and complex.

Campaigns
2024: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 13 - State Representative Pos. 1

51,493 votes (97.34%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Ranking Minority Member
CSG West's Legislative Council on River Governance
Member
Joint Legislative Committee on Water Supply During Drought
Member
Oversight Board for Children, Youth and Families
Member
Pesticide Application Safety Committee
Member
Early Learning & Human Services
Member
Transportation
Member
Crisis Response Improvement Strategy Committee
Member
Washington Economic Development Finance Authority
Member
State Commercial Aviation Work Group
Member
Joint Select Committee on Civic Health
Member
2022: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 13 - State Representative Pos. 1

41,617 votes (97.12%)

Win
2020: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 13 - State Representative Pos. 1

47,701 votes (71.33%)

Win
2018: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Legislative District 13 - State Representative Pos. 1

35,233 votes (71.38%)

Win
2016: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Legislative District 13 - State Representative Pos. 1

41,673 votes (100.00%)

Win
2014: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Washington's 13th legislative district House 1 general election, 2014

20,876 votes (63.26%)

Win