Eric Robertson (politician)
Eric Robertson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 31st district | |
| In office January 11, 2021 – January 13, 2025 Serving with Drew Stokesbary | |
| Preceded by | Morgan Irwin |
| Succeeded by | Josh Penner [member-elect] |
| In office January 9, 1995 – May 31, 1998 | |
| Preceded by | Judith Roland |
| Succeeded by | Darrel Gordon |
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 6, 1963 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Carolyn (nee Hosford) Robertson (1989-2010) |
| Children | 5 |
| Occupation | Trooper, US Marshal, Politician |
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Eric E. Robertson (born December 6, 1963) is an American law enforcement officer and politician from Washington. Robertson is a Republican member of Washington House of Representatives for District 31. Robertson took office on January 11, 2021.
Early life and education
[edit]On December 6, 1963, Robertson was born in Washington, D.C. to Eugene and Lois (Matthews) Robertson. Robertson grew up in Buckley, Washington.[1][2] Robertson attended Green River College and City University. In 1985, Robertson graduated from Washington State Patrol Academy. In 1999, Robertson graduated from FBI National Academy.[1][2]
Career
[edit]In 1983, Robertson was hired by the Washington State Patrol and in 1985, he became a Trooper for Washington State Patrol. Robertson attained the rank of Captain, serving Director of the Office of Government & Media Relations and Commander of the Office of Professional Standards, until 2002.[2]
On November 8, 1994, Robertson won the election and became a Republican member of Washington House of Representatives for District 31, Position 1. Robertson defeated Judi Roland with 57.77% of the votes.[3] On November 5, 1996, as an incumbent, Robertson won the election and continued serving Washington House of Representatives for District 31, Position 1. Robertson defeated Darrell Carrier with 64.25% of the votes.[4] On January 3, 1997, Robertson was elected as the House Republican Caucus Chair.[2]
In 2002, Robertson was appointed by President George W. Bush to become the US Marshal for United States Marshals Service for Western Washington. Robertson served as a US Marshal until 2007. In 2007, Robertson became an Administrator for Valley Regional Fire Authority, until retirement in 2018.[2]
On November 3, 2020, Robertson won the election and became a Republican member of Washington House of Representatives for District 31, Position 2. Robertson defeated Thomas R. Clark with 62.98% of the votes.[5][1][2]
Awards
[edit]- 2006 Director's Honorary Award. Presented by United States Marshals Service Director John Clark.
- 2011 Lion of the Year. Presented by Auburn Noon Lions.[1]
- 2012 Melvin Jones Fellow Award. Presented by Auburn Noon Lions.[6]
- 2018 President's Award. Presented by Washington Fire Chiefs Association.
Personal life
[edit]Robertson's former wife is Carolyn Robertson. They have five adult children. Robertson lives in Sumner, Washington.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "Former Representative and Law Enforcement Professional Eric Robertson announces his campaign for State Representative". auburnexaminer.com. 2020. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Eric Robertson's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
- ^ "WA House District 31 Seat 1". ourcampaigns.com. November 8, 1994. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
- ^ "WA House District 31 Seat 1". ourcampaigns.com. November 5, 1996. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
- ^ "WA House District 31 Seat 2". ourcampaigns.com. November 3, 2000. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
- ^ "VRFA's Robertson honored - Valley Regional Fire Authority Administrator Eric Robertson recently received the Melvin Jones Fellow Award for achieving the highest standard of humanitarian service". auburn-reporter.com. July 3, 2012. Retrieved August 29, 2021.