Eric Robertson (politician)

For other people named Eric Robertson, see Eric Robertson (disambiguation).
Eric Robertson
Member of the Washington House of Representatives
from the 31st district
In office
January 11, 2021 – January 13, 2025
Serving with Drew Stokesbary
Preceded byMorgan Irwin
Succeeded byJosh Penner [member-elect]
In office
January 9, 1995 – May 31, 1998
Preceded byJudith Roland
Succeeded byDarrel Gordon
Member of the Washington House of Representatives
Personal details
Born (1963-12-06) December 6, 1963 (age 61)
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseCarolyn (nee Hosford) Robertson (1989-2010)
Children5
OccupationTrooper, US Marshal, Politician

Eric E. Robertson (born December 6, 1963) is an American law enforcement officer and politician from Washington. Robertson is a Republican member of Washington House of Representatives for District 31. Robertson took office on January 11, 2021.

Early life and education

On December 6, 1963, Robertson was born in Washington, D.C. to Eugene and Lois (Matthews) Robertson. Robertson grew up in Buckley, Washington.[1][2] Robertson attended Green River College and City University. In 1985, Robertson graduated from Washington State Patrol Academy. In 1999, Robertson graduated from FBI National Academy.[1][2]

Career

In 1983, Robertson was hired by the Washington State Patrol and in 1985, he became a Trooper for Washington State Patrol. Robertson attained the rank of Captain, serving Director of the Office of Government & Media Relations and Commander of the Office of Professional Standards, until 2002.[2]

On November 8, 1994, Robertson won the election and became a Republican member of Washington House of Representatives for District 31, Position 1. Robertson defeated Judi Roland with 57.77% of the votes.[3] On November 5, 1996, as an incumbent, Robertson won the election and continued serving Washington House of Representatives for District 31, Position 1. Robertson defeated Darrell Carrier with 64.25% of the votes.[4] On January 3, 1997, Robertson was elected as the House Republican Caucus Chair.[2]

In 2002, Robertson was appointed by President George W. Bush to become the US Marshal for United States Marshals Service for Western Washington. Robertson served as a US Marshal until 2007. In 2007, Robertson became an Administrator for Valley Regional Fire Authority, until retirement in 2018.[2]

On November 3, 2020, Robertson won the election and became a Republican member of Washington House of Representatives for District 31, Position 2. Robertson defeated Thomas R. Clark with 62.98% of the votes.[5][1][2]

Awards

  • 2006 Director's Honorary Award. Presented by United States Marshals Service Director John Clark.
  • 2011 Lion of the Year. Presented by Auburn Noon Lions.[1]
  • 2012 Melvin Jones Fellow Award. Presented by Auburn Noon Lions.[6]
  • 2018 President's Award. Presented by Washington Fire Chiefs Association.

Personal life

Robertson's former wife is Carolyn Robertson. They have five adult children. Robertson lives in Sumner, Washington.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Former Representative and Law Enforcement Professional Eric Robertson announces his campaign for State Representative". auburnexaminer.com. 2020. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g "Eric Robertson's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
  3. ^ "WA House District 31 Seat 1". ourcampaigns.com. November 8, 1994. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
  4. ^ "WA House District 31 Seat 1". ourcampaigns.com. November 5, 1996. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
  5. ^ "WA House District 31 Seat 2". ourcampaigns.com. November 3, 2000. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
  6. ^ "VRFA's Robertson honored - Valley Regional Fire Authority Administrator Eric Robertson recently received the Melvin Jones Fellow Award for achieving the highest standard of humanitarian service". auburn-reporter.com. July 3, 2012. Retrieved August 29, 2021.