Rod Pelton
Rod Pelton | |
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 Pelton in 2020 | |
| Member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 65th district | |
| Assumed office January 4, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Jon Becker |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Cheyenne Wells, Colorado |
| Profession | Farmer rancher |
| Website | facebook |
Rod Pelton is a state representative from Cheyenne Wells, Colorado. A Republican, Pelton represents Colorado House of Representatives District 65, which encompasses Morgan, Logan, Yuma, Kit Carson, Phillips, Sedgwick, and Cheyenne counties.[1]
Background[]
A farmer and rancher, Pelton served for many years on the Cheyenne County Board of County Commissioners, serving as chair of the commission for most of that time.[2]
Election[]
Pelton was first elected as a state representative in the 2018 general elections. In that election, he defeated his Democratic Party opponent, winning 76.3% of the vote.[3]
References[]
- ^ "Legislative District Information After 2011 Reapportionment House District 65" (PDF). State of Colorado. December 22, 2011. Retrieved January 10, 2019.
- ^ Albani-Burgio, Paul (March 5, 2018). "Cheyenne County Commissioner seeking GOP House District 65 Nomination". Fort Morgan Times. Retrieved January 11, 2019.
- ^ "Colorado election results, November 6, 2018, 2018 General Election". Colorado Secretary of State. November 6, 2018. Retrieved January 11, 2019.
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