Guy S. Houston
Guy Houston (born 1960) is an American politician from California. From 2002 to 2008, he represented the 15th district in the California State Assembly as a Republican.
Guy Spencer Houston | |
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| Member of the California State Assembly from the 15th district | |
| In office December 2002 – December 2008 | |
| Preceded by | Lynne Leach (R) |
| Succeeded by | Joan Buchanan (D) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1960 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Inge |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | St. Mary's College |
| Profession | Politician, Real Estate Executive |
The district Houston represented, the 15th Assembly district, covers parts of four counties: Contra Costa, Alameda, San Joaquin and Sacramento.
Early life
Houston attended San Ramon Valley High School.
Career
Houston, a resident of San Ramon, served as the Mayor of Dublin and was a real estate executive prior to serving in the Assembly.
The district elected Houston three times: in 2002, 2004 and 2006. Term limits prevented him from seeking re-election in 2008. He was succeeded by Joan Buchanan, a Democrat.
In 2008, Houston ran for Contra Costa County Supervisor against incumbent Mary Piepho, a political ally. He lost by 53% to 45%.[1]
References
- "Piepho keeps her seat; Houston concedes". Archived from the original on 2016-03-05. Retrieved 2013-02-21.
External links
| Preceded by Lynne Leach |
California State Assemblyman, 15th District December 2002 – December 2008 |
Succeeded by Joan Buchanan |