Stan Gerdes /ˈɡɜːrdiːz/ is an American politician. He serves as a Republican member for the 17th district of the Texas House of Representatives.
Life and career
Gerdes was a senior advisor for the United States Department of Energy, serving under Rick Perry.[2][when?]
In May 2021, Gerdes was elected to the Smithville City Council.[3] In December 2021, he was a candidate in the Republican primary election for the 17th district of the Texas House of Representatives.[2]
In May 2022, Gerdes defeated Paul Pape in the Republican primary election.[4] In August 2022, he filed a lawsuit to remove Linda Curtis from the general election ballot. His lawsuit was rejected by a judge.[5] In November 2022, he defeated Madeline Eden and Curtis in the general election, winning 64 percent of the votes.[6] He succeeded John Cyrier. He assumes his office in 2023.
References
- ^ "Stan Gerdes announces campaign for Texas House". Elgin Courier. 8 December 2021. Retrieved December 1, 2022.
- ^ a b "Smithville Council Member Stan Gerdes files GOP bid for Texas House District 17". Austin American-Statesman. December 28, 2021. Retrieved December 1, 2022.
- ^ Drummond, Cameron (May 4, 2021). "Gordon wins reelection to Smithville City Council; Etheredge, Gerdes elected as new members". Austin American-Statesman. Retrieved December 1, 2022.
- ^ "Election results: Gerdes, Klaus win Republican runoffs". Elgin Courier. 25 May 2022. Retrieved December 1, 2022.
- ^ Lindell, Chuck (September 19, 2022). "GOP House candidate Gerdes waited too long to challenge Curtis candidacy, judge rules". Austin American-Statesman. Retrieved December 1, 2022.
- ^ "2022 Texas State House - District 17 Election Results". Detroit Free Press. November 8, 2022. Retrieved December 1, 2022.