Floyd James Wheeler (born November 8, 1953) is an American businessman and politician from the state of Nevada. A member of the Republican Party, Wheeler served in the Nevada Assembly, representing the 39th district.
Jim Wheeler | |
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| Minority Leader of the Nevada Assembly | |
| In office February 6, 2017 – June 4, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Irene Bustamante Adams |
| Succeeded by | Robin Titus |
| Member of the Nevada Assembly from the 39th district | |
| In office November 7, 2012 – November 9, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Kelly Kite |
| Succeeded by | Ken Gray |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Floyd James Wheeler November 8, 1953 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | 3 |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1975–1977 |
Early career edit
Wheeler was the chief executive officer of Powerdyne Automotive Products.[1]
Nevada assembly edit
Wheeler first ran for the Nevada Assembly in 2010, seeking to replace James Settelmeyer, who was not running for reelection.[1] However, Kelly Kite won the election.
Wheeler was first elected in 2012, defeating Kelly Kite.[2]
Tenure edit
Assembly Bill 86 was a bill that would have reduced the minimum age to gamble from 21 to 18. Wheeler supported the bill.[3] However, the bill died in the senate.[4]
Minority leader (2017 - 2019) edit
Wheeler served as a minority leader from 2017 until his resignation in 2019. He was replaced by assemblywoman Robin L. Titus.[5] Wheeler won re-election back to the 39th district.
Criticism edit
Wheeler told constituents that he would vote to reinstitute slavery if his constituents wanted him to.[6] An ethics complaint was filed against Wheeler, stating that he does not live in the 39th district.[7] Another complaint was filed against Wheeler for failing to disclose a lien.[2]
References edit
- ^ a b "Jim Wheeler to seek Settelmeyer's seat". Nevada Appeal. January 23, 2010. Retrieved October 30, 2013.
- ^ a b Ryan, Cy (September 30, 2013). "Complaint filed against freshman state assemblyman for failure to disclose lien". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved October 29, 2013.
- ^ "Proposal To Lower Nevada's Gambling Age Encounters Skepticism". Nevada Public Radio. Retrieved June 3, 2021.
- ^ "Bill to lower gambling age appears to be DOA in Nevada Legislature". February 19, 2017.
- ^ "Jim Wheeler resigns as Nevada Assembly minority leader". Las Vegas Review-Journal. June 4, 2019. Retrieved June 3, 2021.
- ^ Doughman, Andrew (October 28, 2013). "Nevada lawmaker says he'd vote for slavery if his constituents wanted him to". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved October 29, 2013.
- ^ "On Your Side: Nevada lawmaker questioned about residency issue". My News 4. October 8, 2013. Archived from the original on November 1, 2013. Retrieved October 29, 2013.
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