Doug Bennett (Michigan politician)

For other people named Douglas Bennett, see Douglas Bennett (disambiguation).

Doug Bennett
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 92nd district
Incumbent
Assumed office 2005
Preceded by	Julie Dennis
Personal details
Born	October 24, 1945 (1945-10-24) (age 66) Muskegon, Michigan
Political party	Democratic
Spouse(s)	Helene Bennett

Douglas Bennett (born October 24, 1945) is a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. In 2005, he was elected as a Democrat to the Michigan House of Representatives representing the 92nd district, which includes the cities of Muskegon, North Muskegon, and Muskegon Heights. As of 2007, he is serving in his 2nd term.

Early life

Bennett was born and raised in Muskegon. He graduated from Ravenna High School in 1962 and attended Muskegon Community College. He served as an apprentice in the United Association Muskegon, Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 154, graduating as a Journeyman Steamfitter in 1971. He worked for the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union until 2003.

Political career

Bennett served as Muskegon County Commissioner 1999-2004. In 2004, he was elected to the Michigan State House to replace Julie Dennis, who retired due to term limits. He represents the 92nd District, which is overwhelmingly Democratic. He was re-elected in 2006 with little opposition. As of 2007, he serves on the powerful Appropriations Committee.

Personal

Bennett lives in Muskegon with his wife Helene, to whom he has been married since 1970. He has three adult children and several grandchildren.

External links

• Bennett's Official House Democrat's Website
• Official House Site
• Michigan Manual, 2005-2006, p. 171

Preceded by Julie Dennis

Michigan State Representative, 92nd District 2007- present

Succeeded by incumbent

Persondata
Name	Bennett, Doug
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Date of birth	October 24, 1945
Place of birth	Muskegon, Michigan
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