William F. Burt (born in Deming, New Mexico) is an American politician and a Republican member of the New Mexico Senate representing District 33 since January 15, 2013. Burt served consecutively in the District 40 seat from his appointment January 14, 2011 by Governor of New Mexico Susana Martinez to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Senator Dianna Duran, who was elected Secretary of State until the end of the legislative session.

Education

Burt earned his

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from New Mexico State University.

Elections

*2012 Redistricted to District 33, and with retiring incumbent Republican Senator

Rod Adair Rod Adair is an American politician who served as a member of the New Mexico Senate for district 33 from 1997 to 2013. Early life and education Adair was born in Hagerman, New Mexico and graduated from Hagerman High School. He earned a Bachelo ...

retiring, Burt was unopposed for the June 5, 2012 Republican Primary, winning with 3,954 votes; and won the November 6, 2012 General election with 12,292 votes (65.3%) against Democratic nominee Stephanie Dubois.

References

External links

Official page
at the New Mexico Legislature *
Bill Burt
at

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