Charlie Reynolds (politician)
Charlie Reynolds | |
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Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from the 4th district | |
Assumed office December 1, 2020 Serving with Lisa Zukoff | |
Preceded by | Joe Canestraro |
Personal details | |
Born | Charles Foster Reynolds April 30, 1971 |
Political party | Republican |
Charlie Reynolds (Born April 30, 1971) is an American politician who has served as a Delegate from the 4th district to the West Virginia House of Delegates since 2020. Reynolds is a Republican.
Early life, education, and career[]
Reynolds is the son of Charles Foster Reynolds Sr. and Ruth Ann Reynolds. He received his high school diploma from John Marshall High School. Reynolds worked as a railroad terminal manager before seeking public office.[1]
Elections[]
Reynolds announced his candidacy in 2020, with no prior experience in law or politics. He received the endorsement of the West Virginia Business and Industry Council.[2] Reynolds won unopposed in his primary election.[3]
In a three-way, vote-for-two general election, Reynolds received 35.69% of the vote.[4]
Tenure[]
Committee assignments[]
- Energy and Manufacturing[5]
- Government Organization
- Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security
- Workforce Development
Gun Rights[]
Reynolds is a self-described "gun guy" and a member of the NRA.[6] In the House of Delegates, he was the lead sponsor of HB 2739, a bill that would declare West Virginia a Second Amendment "sanctuary state."[5]
Personal life[]
Reynolds is married to Nicole Lee Reynolds, a teacher at his alma mater, and has two children. Reynolds is a Christian.[1]
References[]
- ^ a b "West Virginia Delegate Biography: Delegate Reynolds". West Virginia Legislature. Retrieved March 23, 2021.
- ^ "BIC Endorses 109 Legislative Candidates in 2020 General Election". West Virginia Business and Industry Council. Retrieved March 23, 2021.
- ^ "2020 Primary Election: House of Delegates 4th District". West Virginia Board of Elections. Retrieved March 23, 2021.
- ^ "2020 General Election: House of Delegates 4th District". West Virginia Board of Elections. Retrieved March 23, 2021.
- ^ a b "Member Profiles: Delegate Reynolds". West Virginia Legislature. Retrieved March 23, 2021.
- ^ "Reynolds Candidate for the 4th District House Seat". The Intelligencer. Retrieved March 23, 2021.
- 1971 births
- 21st-century American politicians
- Living people
- West Virginia Republicans