Lynne Walz
Lynne Walz is an American politician. She currently serves in the Nebraska Legislature, representing a district centered around Fremont. She is a member of the Democratic Party.
Lynne Walz | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 15th district | |
| Assumed office January 4, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | David Schnoor |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 18, 1963 Fontanelle, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Christopher Walz (m. 1986) |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | Midland University (BA) |
Walz was first elected to the state legislature in 2016, defeating incumbent David Schnoor with 51% of the vote. She was chosen as the running mate of fellow State Senator Bob Krist in his 2018 campaign for Governor.[1] The Krist-Walz ticket lost the election.[2]
Walz was reelected in 2020 with nearly 60% of the vote.[3]
References
- Gaardner, Nancy (April 30, 2018). "State Sen. Lynne Walz chosen as Democrat Bob Krist's running mate". Omaha World-Herald. Retrieved May 2, 2018.
- "Official Results: General Election – November 6, 2018". Nebraska Secretary of State. Retrieved December 9, 2018.
- "NE Legislature 15". Our Campaigns. Retrieved January 28, 2021.
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