Adam Thomas (politician)

Adam Thomas is an American politician serving as a member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 26th district. He assumed office in 2019.

Adam Thomas
Member of the Kansas House of Representatives
from the 26th district
Assumed office
2019
Preceded byLarry Campbell
Personal details
BornSt. Charles, Missouri, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Kristin Thomas
Children5

Early life and education

Thomas was born in St. Charles, Missouri and raised in Olathe, Kansas. He attended Belmont University.[1]

Career

Outside of politics, Thomas works as a restaurant manager. He was elected to the Kansas House of Representatives in 2018 and assumed office in 2019.[2] During his campaign, he faced accusations that he lived outside his district. He was later charged with election perjury for giving a false address on election documents and reached a diversionary agreement.[3] In the 2021–2022 legislative session, he serves as vice chair of the House Education Committee.[4]

References
  1. "Adam Thomas' Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
  2. "Representative Adam Thomas | Legislators | Kansas State Legislature". www.kslegislature.org. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
  3. "Kansas City Area Democrats Look To Break Republicans' Veto-Proof Grip On The Kansas Legislature". KCUR 89.3 - NPR in Kansas City. Local news, entertainment and podcasts. 2020-10-15. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
  4. "Adam Thomas". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2022-03-01.


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