Betsy Close
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| Betsy Close | |
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| Member of the Oregon Senate from the 8th district |
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| Assumed office 2012 |
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| Preceded by | Frank Morse |
| Member of the Oregon House of Representatives from the 36th (through 2002), then 15th district |
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| In office 1999–2004 |
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| Preceded by | Carolyn Oakley (before redistricting) |
| Succeeded by | Andy Olson (after redistricting) |
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| Born | 4 May 1950 Shelton, Washington |
| Political party | Republican |
| Website | Senate website |
Betsy L. Close (b. May 4, 1950) is a Republican politician currently serving in the Oregon State Senate.[1] Close was sworn into office in October 2012, replacing Frank Morse, who retired before his term ended.[1][2] Prior to serving as Senator, Close served four terms as state representative and taught in Albany, Oregon, and Washington state.[1]
In October 2013 she announced she would run for a full term.[3] In the November 2014 election, Close was defeated by Democrat Sara Gelser.[4]
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