William B. Black (Illinois politician)

William B. Black (born 1941) is a former Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 104th district from 1986 until 2011. He was the Deputy Republican Leader.

William B. Black
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives
from the 104th district
In office
1986–2011
Preceded byBabe Woodyard
Succeeded byChad Hays
Personal details
Born (1941-11-11) November 11, 1941
Danville, Illinois
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Sharon
Alma materWilliam Jewell College (B.A.)
University of Illinois (M.A.)
ProfessionCollege Administrator

Early life and career

Black earned a bachelor of arts from William Jewell College and a master of arts in education from UIUC College of Education. He went on to become an administrator at Danville Community College. Black was a member of the Vermilion County Board and served as its chair prior to being appointed to the Illinois House of Representatives.[1][2]

Illinois House of Representatives

Black was appointed to the Illinois House of Representatives in 1986 after Representative Babe Woodyard was appointed to the Illinois Senate. He then defeated former State Representative Larry Stuffle in the 1986 general election.[3]

In 2007, Black had announced his plans to retire at the end of that term, but he entered the race for re-election after the Republican nominee, Scott Eisenhouer, withdrew his candidacy.[4] In November 2008, Black was re-elected to office, defeating Democrat Lori DeYoung of Fithian, Illinois.

References
  1. Illinois Blue Book 1987-1988 page 116
  2. Cross, Tom (December 1, 2010). "House Resolution 1382 98th General Assembly". Illinois General Assembly. Retrieved February 15, 2019.
  3. Wheeler III, Charles N. (September 1, 1986). "GOP targets Senate takeover, but LaRouche factor nil". Illinois Issues. Springfield, Illinois: Sangamon State University.
  4. Rep. Black re-enters House race Moss, Tracy. The News-Gazette April 24, 2008. Retrieved April 27, 2008


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