Nikki McDonald
Nikki McDonald | |
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 Representative Nikki McDonald at a library | |
| Member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 49th district | |
| Assumed office December 21, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Brad Boyd |
| Personal details | |
| Spouse | Patrick |
| Education | University of Arkansas (BSE, MAT) |
Nikki McDonald is an American politician, educator, and community organizer who is currently serving as a state representative in the Kansas House of Representatives since December 21, 2023. Following Brad Boyd's resignation, McDonald was elected by the local Democratic precinct committee.[1]
Career
[edit]McDonald has earned a BSE in Elementary Education and an MAT in Childhood Development, both from the University of Arkansas.[2] McDonald worked as a public school teacher earlier in her career, both in Arkansas and in Kansas. In Olathe, she taught English Language Learners at Fairview Elementary. She has listed education issues as a particular focus in office.[3]
In 2017, she founded the Olathe Public Education Network, a nonprofit organization which advocates against extremism in public schools. [4]
Additionally, McDonald has worked on several political campaigns in her district, including her predecessor Brad Boyd's successful Kansas House campaign.
Political career
[edit]In the Kansas House of Representatives, McDonald has served on the committees for Legislative Modernization, K-12 Education Budget, and Health and Human Services.[5] She has also introduced several bills, including HB 2765, which would eliminate the sales tax for personal hygiene products, including diapers and period products. [6] She also proposed HB 2727, which would establish a state grant to allow public schools and universities to provide feminine hygiene products free of charge. [7]
In a 2024 interview with the Johnson County Post, McDonald announced her re-election bid for Kansas' 49th House district, which includes parts of Olathe and Overland Park.
Personal life
[edit]McDonald lives in Olathe with her husband Patrick and two children, who attend Olathe Northwest High School.
References
[edit]- ^ Irizarry, Lucas (2023-12-21). "Democrats name replacement for 49th District state house seat". Olathe Reporter. Retrieved 2023-12-27.
- ^ "Serving Arkansas and Beyond". University of Arkansas. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ Bernard, Katie (December 19, 2023). "Olathe Democratic campaign consultant will join KS Legislature, replacing outgoing rep". The Kansas City Star.
- ^ Update, Capitol (2024-03-08). "Capitol Update: Rep. Nikki McDonald wants special education fully funded". Johnson County Post. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ "Representative Nikki McDonald | Legislators | Kansas State Legislature". www.kslegislature.org. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ "Lawrence teens work to alleviate period poverty for Kansans, cement legacy of their nonprofit". The Lawrence Times. 2024-02-22. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
- ^ "HB 2727 | Bills and Resolutions | Kansas State Legislature". kslegislature.org. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
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