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
Minority Leader of the Indiana House of Representatives
Assumed office
November 7, 2018
Preceded byTerry Goodin
Member of the Indiana House of Representatives
from the 80th district
Assumed office
November 8, 2006
Preceded byBen GiaQuinta
Personal details
Born (1964-09-02) September 2, 1964 (age 60)
Fort Wayne, Indiana, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
EducationIndiana University, Bloomington (BA)

Career

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In 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

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Giaquinta 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

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  1. ^ "List of All Offices and Office Holders". 5 March 2015.
  2. ^ "Phil GiaQuinta, Indiana House Democratic leader, to run in caucus for Fort Wayne mayor". The Indianapolis Star. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
  3. ^ "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.
  4. ^ "Phil GiaQuinta". Indiana House Democratic Caucus. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
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Indiana House of Representatives
Preceded by Minority Leader of the Indiana House of Representatives
2018–present
Incumbent