Mel Gillis
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Mel Gillis | |
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Member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 25th district | |
In office December 2, 2019 – January 18, 2021 | |
Preceded by | Josh Revak |
Succeeded by | Calvin Schrage |
Personal details | |
Born | Bias Melvin Gillis August 2, 1943 Kilgore, Texas, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Anne (m. 1970) |
Residence(s) | Anchorage, Alaska, U.S. |
Alma mater | Kilgore College |
Bias Melvin Gillis is a former Republican member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 25th district which covers neighborhoods in southeast Anchorage. He was appointed in 2019, replacing Josh Revak who was appointed to the Alaska Senate.[1]
Gillis grew up in Texas, moved to Alaska in 1965, and worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He later joined the National Guard and worked in the construction industry.[2] He then became a hunting guide before applying for the vacate house seat.
References
- ^ "Republicans confirm hunting guide Mel Gillis to vacant Alaska House seat". Anchorage Daily News. December 2, 2019.
- ^ Downing, Suzanne (December 3, 2019). "Mel Gillis is the newest representative for District 25". mustreadalaska.com.
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