DeLena Johnson (born 1963) is a United States politician who sits in the Alaska House of Representatives.[1] She is a member of the Republican Party, representing District 25. Prior to redistricting she represented District 11.[1][2]
DeLena Johnson | |
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Member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 25th district | |
Assumed office January 17, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Calvin Schrage |
Member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 11th district | |
In office January 17, 2017 – January 17, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Shelley Hughes |
Succeeded by | Julie Coulombe |
Personal details | |
Political party | Republican |
Prior to serving on the legislature, Johnson was twice elected as Mayor of Palmer, Alaska.[3]
Early life and education edit
Johnson moved to Alaska with her family in 1967, at the age of three.[4] She attended Susitna Valley High School. She then continued on to earn a BA degree in mathematics from the University of Alaska.[4]
References edit
- ^ a b "DeLena Johnson". Alaska State Legislature. State of Alaska. Retrieved 16 May 2018.
- ^ "Alaska 11th District State House Results: DeLena Johnson Wins". New York Times. 1 August 2017. Retrieved 16 May 2018.
- ^ Hollander, Zaz (14 October 2013). "Final results in for Mat-Su election, with two new Assembly members". Anchorage Daily News. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
- ^ a b Downing, Suzanne (8 September 2016). "Meet DeLena Johnson: Carving out a life on the land". Must Read Alaska. Retrieved 16 May 2018.