Doug Geiss

Douglas A. Geiss
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
In office January 1, 2009 – December 31, 2014
Preceded by	Hoon-Yung Hopgood
Succeeded by	Erika Geiss
Constituency	22nd district (2009–2012) 12th district (2013–2014)
Member of the Taylor City Council
In office 2001–2008
Personal details
Born	(1969-12-29) December 29, 1969 (age 54) Royal Oak, Michigan, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Erika Geiss
Children	2
Residence	Taylor, Michigan
Alma mater	University of Michigan
Occupation	Politician

Doug Geiss (born December 29, 1969) is an American politician from Michigan. Geiss is a former Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives.

Education

In 1992, Geiss earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from University of Michigan. In 2000, Geiss earned an MBA from University of Michigan.[1]

Career

In 2001, Geiss served the city council in Taylor, Michigan. In 2008, Geiss became a member of Michigan House of Representatives.[2][1]

In January 2013, Geiss, together with Rep. Dian Slavens, became the first Members to vote against the election or re-election of the Speaker of the House since the 1960s when he voted against the re-election of Jase Bolger to serve as Speaker for the 97th Legislature.[3]

Personal life

Geiss's wife is Erika Geiss. They have two children.[1]

References

1. "Douglas Geiss's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved March 3, 2020.
2. 2011-2012 Michigan Manual: State Representative Douglas A. Geiss
3. MIRS Capitol Capsule: 2 Dems Go Against Tradition, Bolger For Speaker (January 9, 2013) (Subscription Required)

External life

• 2011-2012 Michigan Manual: State Representative Douglas A. Geiss

Michigan House of Representatives
Preceded by Hoon-Yung Hopgood	Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 22nd district 2009–2013	Succeeded by Harold Haugh
Preceded by Rashida Tlaib	Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 12th district 2013–2015	Succeeded by Erika Geiss