Charles R. Perricone (born October 10, 1960) is a Michigan politician who served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1995 to 2000, including as Speaker of the House for his final term.

Charles R. Perricone
67th Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives
In office
January 13, 1999 – December 31, 2000
GovernorJohn Engler
Preceded byCurtis Hertel
Succeeded byRick Johnson
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 61st district
In office
January 1, 1995 – December 31, 2000
Preceded byDale Shugars
Succeeded byTom George
Personal details
Born (1960-10-10) October 10, 1960 (age 64)
Political partyRepublican
SpouseJennifer
ChildrenChase, Sam, and Elizabeth
ResidenceKalamazoo
Alma materWestern Michigan University

Perricone attended Kalamazoo College from 1979 to 1981 and earned a B.B.A. degree cum laude from Western Michigan University. He is a tax accountant, licensed insurance agent, and an adjunct instructor in the insurance program at Olivet College. He was a member of the Kalamazoo Township Planning Commissioner from 1991 to 1994, a former cable television host, high school football official, vice chairman of the Southwest Michigan Arthritis Association, instructor with Junior Achievement, and member of the Citizens' Hazardous Waste Committee.[1]

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