William R. Hinkle (born August 18, 1956) is an American politician in Washington. Hinkle is a former

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member of the

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, representing the 13th district.

Early life

On August 18, 1956, Hinkle was born in

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Education

Hinkle attended South Puget Sound Community College and

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. Hinkle studied advanced prehospital medicine from University of Washington. Hinkle earned a Master of Arts in Applied Theology from the

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in Lebanon.

Career

Hinkle is a former paramedic and firefighter. In 1996, Hinkle served as a County Commissioner for Kittitas County, Washington, until 2002. In 2002, Hinkle won the election and became a

member of Washington State House of Representatives for District 13. In November 2012, Hinkle resigned. Hinkle is a life time member of

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. In 2012, Hinkle became an executive director of the Rental Housing Association of Puget Sound.

Personal life

Hinkle's wife is Debra Hinkle, a firefighter and dispatcher. They have two children. Hinkle and his family live in Cle Elum, Washington.

References

External links

Bill Hinkle at ballotpedia.org

Bill Hinkle at washingtonvotes.org
{{DEFAULTSORT:Hinkle, Bill 1956 births Living people Republican Party members of the Washington House of Representatives People from Cle Elum, Washington Politicians from Tacoma, Washington