Bobby Wayne McCool is an American politician serving as a member in the Kentucky House of Representatives since January 1, 2019. His district consists of Johnson, Martin, and Pike counties.[1][2]
Bobby McCool | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from the 97th district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Scott Wells |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 7, 1959 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Debbie |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence(s) | Van Lear, Kentucky, US |
| Education | Morehead state university (MA) Eastern Kentucky University (BA) |
Education edit
McCool earned a Master of Arts degree from Morehead State University, and Bachelor of Arts degree from Eastern Kentucky University.[3]
Career edit
McCool previously served as a United States Marine, coal miner, and teacher/administrator.[4] In 2018, He ran for the office of representative from the 97th district against Democrat Craig Lindon. McCool won the election with 57.8% of the vote to Lindons 42.2%. In 2020 he ran for re-election against Democratic candidate Will Hurst. McCool won the election with 78.5% to Hurst's 21.5%. In 2022 he ran for re-election unopposed.[5]
References edit
- ^ "Legislator-Profile - Legislative Research Commission". legislature.ky.gov. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ^ "The Voter's Self Defense System". Vote Smart. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ^ "The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers - Rep. Bobby McCool (R-KY-097)". www.congressweb.com. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ^ "Bobby McCool State Representative". K-94.7 WKLW FM | East Kentucky's Hit Music. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ^ "Bobby McCool". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2023-05-15.