William "Bill" Wheat Jr. is an American politician and veterinarian. He currently serves as a member of the Louisiana Senate representing the 37th district since 2024. He previously served in the Louisiana House of Representatives, representing the 73rd district from 2020 to 2024.[1] As of 2023, Wheat is also a candidate in the Louisiana State Senate District 37 election.[2]
Bill Wheat | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Louisiana Senate from the 37th district | |
| Assumed office January 8, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Barrow Peacock |
| Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 73rd district | |
| In office January 13, 2020 – January 8, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Stephen Pugh |
| Succeeded by | Kimberly Coates |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Education | Louisiana State University Medical Center (Veterinary Medicine) |
Wheat is known for his efforts to regulate vaping products in Louisiana. He authored a bill aimed at banning the sale of flavored vaping products in the state, addressing public health concerns related to vaping.[3]
In addition to his legislative work, Bill Wheat's district, the 73rd district, was affected by the August 2023 wildfires in Louisiana, highlighting the challenges and responsibilities he faces as a representative during emergencies.[4]
References
edit- ^ "The Voter's Self Defense System". Vote Smart.
- ^ "Who's in, who's out of Baton Rouge-area elections? See the latest developments here". 2023-08-08. Retrieved 2023-09-09.
- ^ Cobb, McKinley. "Louisiana Legislature House panel moves bill to ban flavored vaping products". Retrieved 2023-09-09.
- ^ "Bill Wheat". AN17.com. 2023-08-28. Retrieved 2023-09-09.