Spencer Black
Spencer Black (b. May 25, 1950) was a Democratic member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 77th District since 1985. He served as the Minority Leader in 2001.
Black has worked as a high school teacher and as Curator of Education for the State Historical Society of Wisconsin.[1]
In May 2010 he announced he would not be running for re-election in the fall,[2] stating, "The opportunity to represent my neighbors in the legislature has been the greatest honor of my life. I take pride in the way I have served during my time in the Assembly as well as what I have been able to accomplish."[3]
Committee assignments
- Colleges and Universities Committee
- Natural Resources Committee (Chair)
- State Affairs and Homeland Security Committee
- Joint Legislative Council Committee, Wisconsin State Legislature
- Special Committee on Enhancing Recreational Trails for Non-Motorized Use
Elections
2010
- See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2010
Black did not seek re-election in 2010.
Sponsored legislation
Legislation sponsored in 2009 includes:
- AB-170 Bags provided by retailers limited to bags made of compostable plastic or recyclable paper or intended for multiple uses
- AB-245 Lobbying by former legislators prohibited for 12 months following their last day in office; penalty provisions
- AB-246 Automatic dialing announcing devices: regulations created; exceptions provided
For a full listing of sponsored legislation and details see the House site.
Campaign finance summary
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External links
- Representative Black's electronic office
- Representative Black's web page
- Wisconsin Assembly - Representative Spencer Black
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1998
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign profile
- Representative Black's Freedom Speaks profile
Footnotes
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by - |
Wisconsin State Assembly District 77 1984–2010 |
Succeeded by Brett Hulsey |
