Phil GiaQuinta (born September 2, 1964) is a Democratic member of the Indiana House of Representatives, representing the House District 80, which contains much of southern Ft. Wayne, since November 8, 2006.[1] He currently serves as House Minority Leader for the Democratic caucus of the Indiana House.
Phil GiaQuinta | |
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| Minority Leader of the Indiana House of Representatives | |
| Assumed office November 7, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Terry Goodin |
| Member of the Indiana House of Representatives from the 80th district | |
| Assumed office November 8, 2006 | |
| Preceded by | Ben GiaQuinta |
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| Born | September 2, 1964 Fort Wayne, Indiana, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Indiana University, Bloomington (BA) |
Career
editIn 2006, GiaQuinta was elected to be the state representative for House District 80, succeeding his father, Ben. He was elected to be the leader of the Indiana House Democratic Caucus on Nov. 7, 2018. In his personal career capacity, he serves as a customer account manager for Fort Wayne City Utilities.
In 2024, GiaQuinta announced his intent to run for Ft. Wayne Mayor, following the death of incumbent mayor Tom Henry.[2] On April 20, 2024 GiaQuinta lost the Democratic Caucus to Fort Wayne Councilwoman Sharon Tucker.[3]
Personal life
editGiaquinta was born on September 2nd, 1964, in Ft. Wayne. He graduated college from Indiana University. He is the son of former State Rep. Ben GiaQuinta. He is the youngest of six children and is uncle to 16 nieces and nephews.[4]
References
edit- ^ "List of All Offices and Office Holders". 5 March 2015.
- ^ "Phil GiaQuinta, Indiana House Democratic leader, to run in caucus for Fort Wayne mayor". The Indianapolis Star. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
- ^ "Councilwoman chosen as new Fort Wayne mayor, its 1st Black leader, in caucus to replace late mayor". AP News. 2024-04-20. Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ "Phil GiaQuinta". Indiana House Democratic Caucus. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
External links
edit- Indiana State Legislature - Representative Phil GiaQuinta Official government website
- Project Vote Smart - Representative Phil GiaQuinta (IN) profile
- Follow the Money - Phil GiaQuinta
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