Proncey David Robertson (born February 13, 1968) was an American politician from the state of

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, serving from 2018 to 2022. He once served as a member of the

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for

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. He is part of the

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Career

Robertson was a

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in the

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from 1986 to 1990. After retiring from the

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, he began a career in the police force, becoming an officer with the Russellville Police Department in

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. After 4 years in Russellville, Robertson moved to Decatur, Alabama, becoming a Lieutenant in the local police force. He worked in the force for 24 years before running for state office. During his time with the Decatur Police, Robertson won the 2003 American Legion's "Alabama Law Enforcement Officer of the Year" award. Robertson also served as the Lawrence County Republican Party executive committee chairman from 2014 to 2018. Robertson announced his candidacy for State office in 2017. Robertson retired from the Decatur Police to run for

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in 2018, winning the Republican primary election unopposed, and defeating his Democratic opponent, Kenneth Brackins, with 75.2% of the vote.

Committee Positions

Robertson was a member of Education Policy, Public Safety and Homeland Security, and Boards Agencies and Commissions Committees.

Elections

Alabama House of Representatives District 7

References

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