Tom Burroughs (born November 21, 1954) is a Democratic member of the

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, representing the 33rd district, and formerly served as the House Minority Leader. A native of Kansas City, Kansas, he has served since 1997. Prior to his election, Burroughs ran unsuccessfully for the House in 1990 and 1992. He has an associate degree from Kansas City Community College and spent nearly 30 years working at the Colgate-Palmolive Company. Burroughs was the chair of the Colgate-Palmolive Employees Credit Union and the Wy-Jo Chapter of Credit Unions.

Committee memberships

During the 2013-2014 Legislative Sessions, Rep. Burroughs served on the following legislative committees: * Financial Institutions * General Government Budget (Ranking Member) * Insurance * Joint Committee on Legislative Post Audit

Major donors

The top 5 donors to Burroughs's 2008 campaign:Follow the Money - 2008 Campaign Contributions
/ref> *1. Kansas Contractors Assoc $1,000 *2. Kansans for Lifesaving Cures $750 *3. Kansas Bankers Assoc $600 *4. Kansas Assoc of Realtors $500 *5. United Transportation Union $500

References

External links

Project Vote Smart profile

Kansas Votes profile

State Surge - Legislative and voting track record
* Follow the Money campaign contributions: *
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