Brian Egolf (born September 10, 1976) is an American attorney and politician who has served as a member of the

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since 2009. He has also served as speaker of the House since 2017.

Early life and education

Egolf was born in

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and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from

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and a Juris Doctor from the

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Career

In the 2017 legislative session, Egolf served on the Judiciary, Rules and Order of Business, and Taxation & Revenue Committees. Egolf championed equal pay for equal work for the women of New Mexico, reduced government corruption through the creation of the

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, and passed legislation to penalize the distribution of sensitive images, such as child pornography. As a private practice attorney, Egolf filed suit in New Mexico district court on behalf of a gay couple that was denied a marriage license. Egolf was considered a potential congressional candidate for the

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in the 2014 election against incumbent Republican Steve Pearce.

Personal life

Egolf resides in Santa Fe, New Mexico with his family.

References

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