Shea Backus (born 1975) is an American politician and attorney serving as a member of the Nevada Assembly from the 37th district.

Early life

Backus was born in 1975 in

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, a third generation Nevadan. After graduating from

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in 1993, Backus earned a B.S. in management science from the

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in 1998 and both a

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and Indian Law Certificate from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at

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in 2003.

Career

Backus has been a member of the

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since 2003. In 2018, Backus was elected to the Nevada Assembly, where she has been representing the 37th district since November 7, 2018.

Personal life

Backus is married to Marc McDermont.

References

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